Project Manager - (Banking/Payments)

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Banking and Payments to lead multiple business and technology projects. The ideal candidate will be a Techno-Functional leader capable of managing scope, time, and budget, while collaborating across IT, business, operations, and vendor teams to ensure high-quality project delivery.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage one or more business and technology projects simultaneously.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery with high quality.
• Act as a Techno-Functional Project Manager with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets effectively.
• Oversee all phases of project management — Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure.
• Handle at least 3 concurrent projects while ensuring deliverables meet quality and budgetary expectations.
• Create and execute project work plans; monitor progress and revise as needed.
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects and resolve challenges promptly.
• Review team deliverables and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular project status reports, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology.
• 10+ years of total IT experience with at least 5 years in the Banking/Payments domain.
• Proven experience delivering Banking, Compliance, and Enterprise Applications projects.
• Strong understanding of Project Management principles and methodologies (Waterfall, Hybrid, Agile).
• PMI Certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (MPP) is mandatory.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage teams of 5-10 people and coordinate with senior business and functional heads.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in monitoring project performance metrics and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.