Project Manager - Target Operating Model

Job Description

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.

We are currently working with our client, Royal London. On behalf of Royal London, we are looking for a Project Manager - Target Operating Model for an initial 12-month contract, based hybrid in Edinburgh.

Royal London is a financial services company with a difference. As the UK's largest mutual life, pensions and investment company, we're owned by our members and work for their benefit, not for shareholder profits. We've grown rapidly and have been recognised as one of the UK's top-rated places to work.

Today, Royal London has over £114 billion of funds under management, and around 3,500 employees working in six offices across the UK and Ireland. We've worked hard to become experts in our specialist markets, building a trusted brand - and our teams have plenty of awards to show for it. Whatever team you're interested in joining and whatever role you play; we'll help you to make a difference.

Purpose of the Role:

The Chief Operating Office is undergoing a major restructuring, including a new Target Operating Model (TOM) implementation and a large-scale transformation initiative. This role will be responsible for overseeing the transition, aligning with tech change, cybersecurity upgrades and new TOM value streams. The focus is on improving operational efficiency, implementing a new CRM system and future-proofing operations.

The successful candidate will lead a large-scale restructure impacting employees, ensuring seamless mapping, role descriptions and organisational alignment.

As a Project Manager - Target Operating Model, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the setup of the new Target Operating Model (TOM) and overseeing the large-scale restructuring programme.
• Developing role descriptions, organisational mapping, and workforce structure.
• Implementing new ways of working, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Working alongside security engineers, developers, testers and proposition analysts to ensure smooth integration.
• Managing value streams, Scrum Masters and agile development teams.
• Overseeing budget allocation and cost control for the restructuring programme.
• Senior Project Manager: Oversee the entire TOM project and strategic transformation efforts.
• Project Manager: Manage day-to-day tasks and ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensuring the successful delivery of restructuring initiatives while managing risks and dependencies.

What we require from the candidates:

• Proven experience in TOM implementation and large-scale restructuring projects.
• Experience managing workforce restructuring for large organisations.
• Expertise in role mapping, process redesign, and value stream realignment.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, particularly in aligning cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of overseeing both strategic and operational project aspects.

This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella/PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our sourcing specialists now.

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