IT Project Manager

Job Introduction

IT Project Manager 

Location: Remote

Contract Type: Full time – 40 hours per week

Salary: Competitive Salary

We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join our IS&T function and lead the successful delivery of complex technology projects. Reporting to the IS&T Portfolio Manager, you will take full ownership of planning, executing, and closing projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, third‑party suppliers, and business stakeholders to ensure every project aligns with strategic objectives and delivers measurable business value. Working within our governance framework, you will define project scope, manage risks, maintain quality standards, and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of IT projects, ensuring full documentation, governance, and successful transition into BAU.
• Provide strong leadership to project teams, acting when performance deviates from agreed tolerances.
• Plan, schedule, monitor and report on project activities using approved methodologies and tools.
• Maintain effective project control, change control, risk management and testing processes.
• Manage project budgets, resources and stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure projects deliver tangible business benefits and align with strategic goals.
• Support project boards, assurance teams, and governance committees.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, and documentation in line with IS&T standards.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Professional qualification (PMI, APM, Agile PM, PRINCE2).
• Experience managing full lifecycle IT projects across infrastructure, software, and third‑party applications.
• Strong planning, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of project and programme management methodologies, including agile.
• Understanding of ITIL, SDLC, ISO9000, ISO27001.
• Experience translating customer requirements into functional and operational specifications.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and forward‑planning capabilities.

Desirable

• Degree‑level education.
• Experience delivering SAP or ERP projects.
• Full driving licence and valid passport.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC).

If you’re an experienced IT Project Manager who thrives in a structured, collaborative environment and enjoys delivering meaningful business outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Sodexo’s Business Support segment sits at the heart of our organisation, providing the essential services that keep our operations running smoothly and efficiently. As a central function, Business Support brings together a diverse range of specialist teams - including our technology and digital services - to deliver the systems, processes and expertise that enable Sodexo to thrive.

From driving innovation to ensuring seamless administrative, commercial and operational support, the Business Support segment plays a critical role in strengthening performance across all parts of the business. Joining this segment means becoming part of a collaborative, solutions‑focused environment where your work directly contributes to the success of our people, our clients and the communities we serve.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. 

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. 

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. 

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.