Job Description

We are seeking an experienced

Project Manager

with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale technology and transformation projects within the

banking and financial services sector

. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, stakeholder management, and delivery capabilities, with hands-on experience managing complex, multi-vendor programmes in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver end-to-end technology or digital transformation projects across retail, corporate, risk, payments, or core banking functions. Drive project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution to meet defined scope, timelines, and quality standards. Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and regulatory bodies. Oversee requirements gathering, solution design, development, UAT, deployment, and post-go-live support phases. Manage cross-functional teams and ensure clear communication, alignment, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor project KPIs, manage change requests, and proactively resolve issues to ensure delivery within cost and time constraints. Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Prepare executive reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership and steering committees.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

8+ years of project management experience

with at least

5 years in the BFSI sector

in the UAE or GCC. Proven track record delivering end-to-end enterprise technology, core banking, digital banking, or payment system projects. Strong experience in

Agile and Waterfall

methodologies. PMP / PRINCE2 / Scrum Master certification is an advantage. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including experience interacting with C-level executives. Ability to manage multi-vendor delivery environments and third-party integration projects. * Knowledge of local

regulatory and compliance frameworks

(e.g., UAE Central Bank guidelines) is highly preferred.