We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects within our company. This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring that technology initiatives align with business objectives, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. The IT Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver solutions that enhance operational efficiency, digital transformation, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, manage, and oversee IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical project plans.
- Coordinate with internal IT teams, third-party vendors, and consultants to ensure project milestones are achieved.
- Develop project documentation including charters, schedules, risk assessments, and progress reports.
- Monitor project risks, dependencies, and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, IT security standards, and financial services regulations.
- Manage communication and reporting with senior management and key stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement by applying best practices in project management
- Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure proper system integration before go-live.
- Support change management activities and post-implementation reviews.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or related field (Master's degree a plus).
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in IT project management, preferably in the financial services, fintech, banking, or financing sector.
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale IT projects (core systems, loan management platforms, digital lending apps, or ERP/CRM implementations).
- Strong understanding of financial services operations, compliance, and risk management.
