FinTech Project Manager

Uplift People Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A global talent search agency is seeking a FinTech Project Manager to lead platform development and support blockchain integration for a startup in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in fintech or banking tech, excels in agile project delivery, and possesses strong communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside multinational companies in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in FinTech, banking technology, or digital transformation.
• Proven track record in MVP development, agile project delivery, and platform launches.
• Strong understanding of API integrations, data architecture, and product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of platform development from MVP concept to deployment and scaling.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with partner banks and financial institutions.
• Collaborate with developers and consultants to explore blockchain use cases in green finance.

Skills

MVP development

Agile project delivery

API integrations

Blockchain technologies

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, or Business

Masters preferred

Tools

Jira

Notion

Trello

Job description

Job Title

FinTech Project Manager

About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting‑edge technology to source top executive and mid‑senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

About Our Client

GreenMe is a startup Fintech company being established in Abu Dhabi looking to aid companies in becoming more energy efficient and sustainable. Currently, GreenMe is partnering with renowned / multinational companies and governmental entities. Therefore, working at GreenMe will give you the exposure and knowledge transfer of large corporations, whilst also giving you the autonomy and unique learning experience of a startup.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Product Delivery

• Lead the full lifecycle of platform development from MVP concept to deployment and scaling.
• Translate business and financial requirements into clear technical specifications for developers.
• Manage agile ceremonies and maintain detailed project documentation.
• Benchmark the tool against another technologies and services and find the gaps between the clients and the product.
• Continuous upgrade for the for the product according to the market need.

Banking & Institutional Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact with partner banks and financial institutions.
• Coordinates technical integration of banks and financial institutions.
• Facilitate alignment between technical teams and banking compliance teams.
• Support drafting of technical documentation and architecture diagrams for partner reviews.

Blockchain & Technology Exploration

• Collaborate with developers and consultants to explore blockchain use cases in green finance, including carbon credit tokenization, smart contracts for energy savings, and data traceability.
• Evaluate emerging blockchain tools and their applicability to GreenMes ecosystem.
• Support pilot testing and proof‑of‑concept projects integrating blockchain into core workflows.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• ensure interoperability across modules.
• Track progress through project management tools (e.g., Jira, Notion, Trello) and prepare executive updates.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Collaborate with compliance officers and legal advisors to align with FSRA requirements.
• Document key processes for operational risk and governance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, or Business (Masters preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in FinTech, banking technology, or digital transformation.
• Proven track record in MVP development , agile project delivery, and platform launches.
• Strong understanding of API integrations , data architecture, and product lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with blockchain technologies , digital ledgers, or smart contract systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with financial institutions.
• Experience working with ADGM, FSRA , or other financial regulators is a plus.
• PMP, Prince2, or Agile / Scrum certification preferred.