Project Manager - (Banking/Payments)

GSSTech Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple business and technology projects in the Banking and Payments sector. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT experience, with proven expertise in managing complex projects and stakeholders effectively. Responsibilities include managing project scope, timelines, and delivering high-quality results. PMI Certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of total IT experience, 5 years in Banking/Payments.
• Proven experience in delivering Banking, Compliance, and Enterprise Applications projects.
• Strong understanding of Waterfall, Hybrid, Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple business and technology projects simultaneously.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure timely delivery and high quality.
• Provide regular project status reports and risk assessments.

Skills

Project Management principles

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Project (MPP)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Banking and Payments to lead multiple business and technology projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage one or more business and technology projects simultaneously.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure timely delivery with high quality.
• Act as a Techno‑Functional Project Manager with strong problem‑solving and negotiation skills.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets effectively.
• Oversee all phases of project management — Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure.
• Handle at least 3 concurrent projects while ensuring deliverables meet quality and budgetary expectations.
• Create and execute project work plans; monitor progress and revise as needed.
• Manage day‑to‑day operational aspects of projects and resolve challenges promptly.
• Review team deliverables and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular project status reports, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Technology.
• 10+ years of total IT experience with at least 5 years in the Banking/Payments domain.
• Proven experience delivering Banking, Compliance, and Enterprise Applications projects.
• Strong understanding of Project Management principles and methodologies (Waterfall, Hybrid, Agile).
• PMI Certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (MPP) is mandatory.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage teams of 5–10 people and coordinate with senior business and functional heads.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in monitoring project performance metrics and ensuring on‑time, within‑budget delivery.