Project Manager

Job Summary:

Experienced Project Manager to lead global fintech projects, managing delivery, budgets, and compliance with teams to meet business goals.

Key Selling Points:

Adaptive Work Environment: Explore new tools and projects in a flexible and innovative setting.
Diverse Role: Be part of a fast-growing company with exposure to global fintech projects.
Industry Expertise: Gain in-depth knowledge of the billion-dollar payment industry and its regulatory landscape.
Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the payment and fintech industries, understanding their business strategies and ensuring successful project delivery.
Lead end-to-end project management for technology initiatives, ensuring that scope, timelines, and costs are met by applying suitable methodologies (waterfall, hybrid, agile) based on project requirements.
Manage the entire project lifecycle, including planning, execution, risk management, and project closure, ensuring that all stakeholder expectations are met.
Engage with clients and internal teams to identify needs, plan and manage resources, and drive projects to completion.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, including Payment Card Industry (PCI) and other relevant security standards.
Drive continuous improvement and process optimization by assessing current practices and recommending areas for enhancement.
Oversee project budgets, resource allocation, and manage risks and issues proactively.
Lead project teams, mentor junior members, and ensure continuous learning and development across the team.
Adapt global project management standards to the local working environment, balancing global best practices with the practicalities of the local talent market and culture.
Required Skills and Qualifications:

At least 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in technology or fintech industries.
Familiarity with a variety of project management methodologies, including waterfall, hybrid, and agile, and the ability to adapt methodologies based on project needs.
Experience managing budgets, timelines, and resources for projects, with a proven ability to deliver projects within scope.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to manage both local and international stakeholders.
Deep understanding of compliance requirements in the payments industry, especially around Payment Card Industry (PCI).
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration in a multicultural environment.
PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred; additional certifications in agile (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster) or ITIL/Lean Six Sigma are an advantage.
Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Trello.