Adeniyi Adelanwa

With a dynamic career spanning seven impactful years, I am an IT Project Manager specializing in steering complex initiatives across the realms of financial services, information technology, and professional services. My dedication to excellence, strategic thinking, and innovative problem-solving have fueled my success in delivering transformative results in diverse and challenging environments.

About Me:
Passionate about merging technology with strategic vision, I thrive on leading initiatives that drive positive change and elevate organizational performance. My journey has been a rich tapestry of experiences, from managing end-to-end GDPR compliance programs to spearheading Agile transformations and driving customer experience enhancements. As a strategic leader, I've left an indelible mark on projects, delivering not just solutions but tangible value to the organizations I've had the privilege to serve.

Experience Highlights:
National Westminster Bank (NatWest): In my most recent role at NatWest, I took charge of regulatory project oversight, ensuring compliance with GDPR standards. Leveraging technical skills in risk management, I achieved a 25% improvement in security metrics. Spearheading the Agile transformation of the project management office, I reduced project delivery times by 30%, streamlining workflows with tools like JIRA and Confluence. 

Airwalk Reply: As a PMO Analyst at Airwalk Reply, I optimized PMO processes, leading to a 15% increase in project delivery efficiency. I facilitated continuous improvement sessions, resulting in a 20% enhancement in project review processes. My role extended to designing and delivering a project management training program, boosting team competency by 30%. The implementation of a robust documentation management system reduced document retrieval times by 40%.

KPMG Professional Services: At KPMG, I was instrumental in setting up a Project Management Office, improving project visibility by 25%. Leading a GDPR compliance program with a £100 million budget, I achieved 100% compliance and used Power BI for real-time reporting. My change management leadership resulted in a 25% reduction in employee resistance. 
 

Master of Science, Economics     Nottingham Trent  University, England