Project Manager

Lunate; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global alternative investment firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee project planning, execution, and delivery. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience managing IT projects, particularly within the banking and fintech sectors. Responsibilities include leading project efforts, managing risks, and ensuring adherence to budget and timelines. This role offers a dynamic work environment where effective communication and strong project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of hands-on experience in managing IT projects.
• Experience in banking industry and fintech is an added value.
• Demonstrated ability in handling complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning efforts, including scope definition, timeline, resource planning, and budgeting.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables using project management tools.
• Track project progress, manage changes to project scope, and address deviations from the plan.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify, manage, and escalate project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Risk management

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field

Certifications in PMP and either PMI-ACP or CSM

Tools

Microsoft tools

Job description

Firm Overview

Lunate is a new Abu Dhabi-based, Partner-led, independent global alternative investment manager with more than 200 employees and $110 billion of assets under management. Lunate invests across the entire private markets spectrum including buyouts, growth equity, early and late-stage venture capital, private credit, real assets, and public equities and public credit. Lunate aims to be one of the world’s leading private markets solutions providers through SMAs and multi-asset class funds, seeking to generate best-in-class risk-adjusted returns for its clients.

Role Overview

The purpose of an IT Project Manager is to plan, execute, and deliver IT projects on time, within scope, and budget while ensuring alignment with business goals. They act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT service providers, managing project resources, risks, and communication. The role involves ensuring project methodologies and governance frameworks are adhered to and driving successful outcomes through effective stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project planning efforts, including scope definition, timeline, resource planning, and budgeting.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables using project management tools and methodologies.
• Track project progress, manage changes to project scope, and address any deviations from the plan.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify, manage, and escalat project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies where necessary.
• Analytical mindset to resolve challenges efficiently and maintain project momentum.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Ensure proper documentation of all project phases, including Project plans, RAID logs, CRs, etc.
• Report regularly on project status, risks, issues, and key milestones to PMO leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors, ensuring they meet the project’s standards and timelines.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications in PMP and either PMI-ACP or CSM
• Proficient in advanced Microsoft tools and technologies for system management and monitoring.
• 5-10 years of hands‑on experience in a similar role, focusing on managing IT projects.
• Extensive experience with managing projects covering IT infrastructure, Software development and Business Application
• Demonstrated ability in handling complex projects.
• Experience in banking industry and fintech (Banks, insurance, asset management, Investment firms) is an added value.
• Excellent in time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Team player who participates actively in all IT department and company activities.