Paul Harrison
About Paul Harrison
Paul Harrison is a Program Manager at Sopra Banking Software in Sheffield, England, with over 15 years of experience in leading IT and business change projects. He has developed Agile and SCRUM competencies in local and offshore teams and has a strong background in managing regulatory change projects.
Work at Sopra Banking Software
Paul Harrison has been serving as a Program Manager at Sopra Banking Software since 2019. His role involves overseeing various projects and ensuring successful delivery within the organization. He has developed Agile and SCRUM competencies, enhancing the efficiency of both local and offshore teams. His work in this position reflects his extensive experience in managing IT and business change projects.
Education and Expertise
Paul Harrison studied at Newcastle University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from 1988 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in IT and project management. He has over 15 years of experience in leading and delivering projects through the full change lifecycle, with a focus on regulatory change projects.
Background in Project Management
Paul Harrison has held various project management roles throughout his career. He worked as a Personal Internet Banking Development Manager from 2004 to 2007 and later as an Agile Transformation Programme Lead from 2010 to 2013. He also served as Programme Manager for the HSBC Regulatory Ring Fencing Change Programme from 2016 to 2017 and for Wealth Management from 2014 to 2016. His diverse experience spans multiple organizations and project types.
Experience in Agile and SCRUM
Paul Harrison has significant experience in managing Agile and SCRUM projects, accumulating six years in this area. He has established strong relationships with key C-level stakeholders, which supports successful project delivery. His ability to build and lead onshore and offshore delivery teams has been instrumental in achieving project objectives.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Paul Harrison has progressed through various roles in project management. He worked as a Senior Project Manager at Handelsbanken from 2018 to 2019 and at Aegon from 2017 to 2018. His earlier roles include Senior IT Project Manager from 2007 to 2010 and IT Programme Manager from 2013 to 2014, all based in Sheffield and Manchester. This trajectory highlights his continuous development in the field.