Darren Cox
Farnborough,Hampshire
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with strengths in change management and compliance adherence. Delivers successful investment portfolio transformations and regulatory projects on time and within scope, enhancing operational compliance and organisational effectiveness. Cultivates robust stakeholder relationships, driving engagement and collaboration through the project lifecycle.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Intelligence & Analysis Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
London
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Delivered dashboards and analytical reporting to support data-led business decisions
- Supported the bank's financial crime critical system rules by data analysis on the effectiveness of the current controls
Project Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
London
03.2010 - 10.2025
- Delivered significant change via the investment portfolio of the bank, along with regulatory/ mandatory projects in the payment and financial crime sectors, utilising industry-specific tools and methodologies to ensure adherence to compliance standards.
- Delivered critical paper clearings industry changes to support the LBG / HBOS merger
- Cultivated strong relationships with internal colleagues, stakeholders, and team members, building a culture of trust and cooperation
- Presented project proposals and reports to senior management, articulating project value and securing necessary approvals.
Portfolio Office Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
London
08.2001 - 03.2010
- Facilitated adherence to bank approval processes and standards by assisting department heads with project compliance.
- Facilitated risk identification, resolved issues, and tracked dependencies through regular reviews and necessary escalations to mitigate delivery risks.
- Facilitated steering meetings and generated consolidated reports for senior management.
- Facilitated synergy with project managers to refine governance requirements and strengthen team cohesion.
Retail Bank Manager
Lloyds Bank
Odiham , Hampshire
06.1994 - 08.2001
- Built strong business relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
- Managed heavy daily workload of client meetings, reporting and administrative processing using exceptional multitasking and prioritisation skills.
Bank Clerk
Lloyds Bank
Farnborough, Hampshire
09.1987 - 06.1994
- Assisted with office administration duties.
Supported cashier operations and replenished cash machines.
Addressed customer inquiries and provided service effectively.
Education
GCSEs - O-Levels
Yateley School
Yateley, HAM01-1986
Skills
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Compliance adherence
- Portfolio management
- Change management
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- People Management
- Written and verbal communication
- Relationship Management
- Agile project management
- Project lifecycle expertise
Certification
- APMP - Foundation 2012
Timeline
Business Intelligence & Analysis Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
10.2025 - 04.2026
Project Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
03.2010 - 10.2025
Portfolio Office Manager
Lloyds Banking Group
08.2001 - 03.2010
Retail Bank Manager
Lloyds Bank
06.1994 - 08.2001
Bank Clerk
Lloyds Bank
09.1987 - 06.1994
GCSEs - O-Levels
Yateley School