IT Applications Architect | Project Manager

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Our client a global leader within IT Consulting are looking to grow their applications consultancy by making the strategic appointment of an experienced IT Applications Architect or Project Manager

 Responsibilities

• Senior Manager/Architect level with 8+ years delivery experience in IT (Financial Services preferable)
• Providing oversight, guidance and direction to Consultants and Associates on multiple concurrent and complex projects
• Individual contributor who leverages IT management and application architect skills to deliver high-impact results
• Responsibility for all aspects of engagements such as risk management, project management and client relationships
• Experience in definition of application architectures within large scale data and system migration projects
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders and senior members of the team
• Drafting reports and presentations to explain findings

Requirements

• Proven industry experience of managing and maintaining financial applications
• Knowledge of core banking applications – Temenos (T24), Sopra (Summit) and OPICS (not essential)
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft technologies including BizTalk and SQL
• Excellent Knowledge of BI/Cognos technologies
• Experience with IBM Mainframe and SUN Solaris systems advantageous
• Good knowledge of Financial Services standards, compliance and governance
• The ability to come up with creative solutions to complex problems
• Strong experience in dealing with IT Banking and Application vendors
• Proven project management experience and the ability to manage relationships at all levels 
• Concise and clear communication to all levels of management
• The ability to manage time, prioritise tasks and work under tight deadlines