Rob Elias
About Rob Elias
Rob Elias is a Project Manager at HSBC in London, England, with a focus on digital and eCommerce project management. He has extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, project governance, and risk management, and holds multiple project management certifications including Prince2 and AgilePM Practitioner.
Work at HSBC
Rob Elias has been employed at HSBC as a Project Manager since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing various projects within the organization. His work focuses on ensuring that changes are effectively communicated and adopted into the business processes. He has been instrumental in overseeing project governance, planning, and control, contributing to the successful delivery of business-critical technology projects.
Education and Expertise
Rob Elias has pursued extensive education in project management. He studied at APMG, achieving AgilePM Practitioner certification in 2020. He also holds a Prince2 Practitioner certification from The Knowledge Academy, obtained in 2010. His academic background includes a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from the University of Glamorgan. Additionally, he has a Certificate in Nutritional Therapy from the British College of Nutrition and Health, completed between 2004 and 2006.
Background
Rob Elias has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at TriActis as a Partner/Consultant from 2008 to 2011. He held several positions at the Royal Bank of Scotland Business, including Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Business Analyst, and Stream Lead, from 2011 to 2017. He also served as a Project Manager at Close Brothers Asset Finance and Leasing from 2020 to 2021.
Achievements
Rob Elias has developed a strong skill set in project management, particularly in digital and eCommerce projects. He specializes in stakeholder relationship management, ensuring that requirements are captured effectively and that there is buy-in for changes. His expertise includes managing business readiness, risk management, budget management, and financial control, which are critical for the successful execution of projects.
Professional Skills
Rob Elias possesses strong skills in collaborative leadership and communication strategy. He is proficient in project governance, planning, control, and reporting. His ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels has been a key asset in his career. He has experience in service transition, outsourcing, vendor management, and supplier management, which enhances his effectiveness in project delivery.