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James Feltham

James Feltham

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Experienced SC cleared project professional with experience in leading complex and diverse projects across various domains. Skilled in planning, executing, monitoring and controlling all aspects of project management, from initiation to closure. Proficient in using agile methodologies, tools and software to deliver high-quality results within budget and time constraints. A strong communicator and collaborator who can build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, team members and clients.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Global Minds Software Design LLC
11.2022 - Current
  • Managed 2 major end-to-end implementation of Oracle ERP Cloud solutions with Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Aramco Digital
  • Modules included HCM, Payroll, General Ledger/Finance, Accounts Payable & Procurement
  • Led a large hybrid (35 FTE onshore & offshore) team of consultants, developers, analysts and testers to deliver high-quality solutions within budget and timeline
  • Coordinated with stakeholders, and partners to ensure alignment of business requirements, expectations and Oracle best practices
  • Oversaw project scope, schedule, risk, quality, change and communication management

Project Manager

MET OFFICE
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Lead the installation of various forecast guiding across various locations in the UK and abroad
  • Managed a team of engineers, technicians and contractors to ensure timely and quality delivery of projects
  • Coordinated internal and external stakeholders, such as customers (including MOD), suppliers, regulators and other Met Office departments
  • Monitored and reported on project progress, risks, issues and budget
  • Engaged with PRINCE2 professional project management practices and documentation with some Agile crossover for IT elements
  • Monitored the benefit realisation throughout the project life cycle by identifying, analysing, evaluating and prioritising risks.

Project Manager

VERY, Liverpool
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Myriad projects including the migration from legacy CRM system to a cloud based solution
  • Managed the full project lifecycle from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure, ensuring quality, scope, budget and timeline adherence
  • Applied agile methodologies and best practices to foster a collaborative and adaptive work environment
  • Demonstrated strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex and dynamic situations

Junior Business Analyst

The Very Group
11.2017 - 01.2019


  • Multi-tasked as a financial service claims SME and a Business Analyst, participating in the entire migration of a legacy claims management system to a new web-based platform
  • Actively gathered business requirements, process mapping, write user stories, create training documentation before the rollout by organizing and leading discovery workshops, scoping meetings, surveys and workflow analysis for internal and external clients
  • Gathered, analyzed, and presented relevant data and guidance for designing highly effective and cost efficient
  • Liaised with stakeholders to ensure proposed systems improvement projects are dovetailed with other change initiatives.

Consultant

VIRTUE LAW/TAB GROUP
09.2016 - 11.2017
  • Prepared and wrote Business cases, project plans for a PPI & Payday Loan claims department
  • Provided consultancy services to a customer in business process, solution definition, and solution auditing
  • Liaised with FOS and external companies to streamline processes for both operations while monitoring adherence to FCA rules, regulations, and procedures
  • Worked in a highly data-sensitive environment, ensuring compliance with all relevant internal and client policies.

SME/Process Improvement Analyst

DIRECTLINE GROUP
04.2012 - 09.2016
  • Properly investigated motor claims in accordance to the group procedures, ensuring compliance with FOS and FCA rules
  • Used data analysis techniques to identify common fail areas/trends
  • Strategically utilized a ‘Process, Systems, People’ approach alongside other recognized improvement methodologies to aid the speedy delivery of incremental business wins.

Musician

Self Employed
05.2006 - 05.2021

Wrote, recorded, and toured the UK & Europe with bands. Highlights include playing at Glastonbury and Dubai Sound festivals

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music

University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
06.2007

Skills

  • Program/Project Management
  • Reporting
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Budget Management & Finance
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Certification

PRINCE2 - Foundation & Practitioner

Google Certification in Data Analytics

Project Management Institute - Agile Methodoligies

Timeline

Project Manager - Global Minds Software Design LLC
11.2022 - Current
Project Manager - MET OFFICE
09.2021 - 11.2022
Project Manager - VERY, Liverpool
01.2019 - 01.2021
Junior Business Analyst - The Very Group
11.2017 - 01.2019
Consultant - VIRTUE LAW/TAB GROUP
09.2016 - 11.2017
SME/Process Improvement Analyst - DIRECTLINE GROUP
04.2012 - 09.2016
Musician - Self Employed
05.2006 - 05.2021
University of Liverpool - Bachelor of Arts, Music

PRINCE2 - Foundation & Practitioner

Google Certification in Data Analytics

Project Management Institute - Agile Methodoligies

James Feltham