Sox Project Manager Job Edinburgh area,City of Edinburgh Scotland UK,Business

6-Month Contract | Edinburgh | Hybrid Working (2 Days Onsite per Week)

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a high-profile SOX Control Framework Enhancement Programme on an initial 6-month contract
. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening internal controls and regulatory compliance within a complex enterprise environment.

Working closely with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Audit, and Technology
, you will be responsible for driving project delivery, ensuring key milestones are achieved on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of the SOX Control Framework Enhancement programme from initiation through to completion
Develop and maintain project plans, governance frameworks, resource plans, and reporting packs
Monitor project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and budget performance
Ensure alignment between project activities and wider programme objectives
Engage effectively with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Audit, Technology, and Operations functions
Drive business readiness activities and support successful implementation and handover of change initiatives
Facilitate governance meetings, steering committees, and programme reporting
Lead project teams, setting objectives and providing direction throughout the project lifecycle
Build strong relationships across multiple business functions and leadership levels

Required Experience

Proven track record delivering complex projects within regulated environments
Strong experience as a Project Manager within Financial Services, Banking, or a highly regulated industry
Experience working on SOX controls, internal controls, risk, audit, governance, or regulatory change programmes
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong planning, budgeting, reporting, and governance experience
Ability to manage multiple work streams and deliver against tight deadlines
Experience working with cross-functional teams across business and technology functions

Essential Qualifications

PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, or equivalent Project Management certification
Demonstrable experience delivering projects through the full project lifecycle

Guidant, Carbon
60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.