Technical Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for complex, high-impact projects in the banking domain (e.g., core banking transformations, digital banking initiatives, regulatory compliance projects like AML/KYC, payments modernization, data analytics platforms).
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed timelines, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive the execution of project activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budgets.

• Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across business units, technology teams, operations, compliance, and external vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, providing regular, transparent updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, ensuring all parties are aligned and working towards common goals.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and proactively address concerns or escalations.

• Risk & Compliance Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, developing contingency plans to ensure project continuity.
• Ensure all project deliverables and processes adhere to relevant banking regulations, compliance standards (e.g., RBI guidelines, industry best practices), and internal policies.
• Lead discussions with legal and compliance teams to embed regulatory requirements into project design and execution.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources and skills to deliver on their responsibilities.
• Conduct performance reviews and support the professional development of team members.

• Financial & Resource Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effective delivery.
• Optimize resource utilization across projects, including internal teams and external consultants/vendors.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and benefits realization post-implementation.

• Process Improvement & Quality Assurance:

• Implement and enforce robust project governance frameworks and project management best practices (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid methodologies).
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and methodologies.
• Ensure comprehensive project documentation is maintained and audit-ready.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field. MBA or Master's degree preferred.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in Project Management within the Banking and Financial Services domain is mandatory.

• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering multiple large-scale, complex projects in a banking environment.
• Deep understanding of banking products, operations, technology landscapes (e.g., Core Banking Systems, Payments, Lending, Wealth Management, Digital Channels), and regulatory frameworks.

• Mandatory Certifications:

   PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 Practitioner.

• Preferred Certifications:

   Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master - CSM, SAFe), Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Confluence).
• Exceptional leadership, communication (written and verbal), negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and manage stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.