About Our Client
Our client is a leading global provider of fund administration, corporate, and financial services to the alternative investment industry. They operate across 36+ countries and service more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration. They are recognised as one of the premier providers in their sector, known for innovation, operational excellence, and a strong culture of performance.
Your Role
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex IT projects in a fast-paced financial institution environment. Your primary focus will be on ensuring successful delivery of project deliverables within the constraints of schedule, scope, and budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including development, QA, infrastructure, and business units.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project management artifacts, including project plans, status reports, risk and issue logs, and software artifacts in JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint.
- Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively with all levels, from senior management to project team members.
- Conduct regular meetings with project team members to track progress and provide status updates to key stakeholders.
- Prioritise activities, address risks/issues, and manage resources efficiently across various departments.
- Build a collaborative and productive team environment, driving accountability towards critical milestones and deadlines.
- Anticipate and address potential impediments to team delivery and administer metrics tracking.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience with Agile application development in a financial institution environment.
- Minimum 5 years of solid practical experience managing complex projects.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in project management, information technology, creativity, business analysis, data analytics, problem-solving, change/release management, multi-tasking, and service management.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent written and oral English.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or related field.
- Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile) are preferred.
Skills
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Superior communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Agile methodologies and related tools (JIRA, Confluence).
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Benefits
12-month FTC.
Salary to be discussed.