Agile Project Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

At Papel Holdings, we're not just another Fintech company. We're on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we're transforming how people interact with money.

Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you're someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you'll fit right in.

If this resonates with you, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that's changing how we interact with money and wealth.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

We are seeking a highly motivated Agile Project Manager to oversee and own the end-to-end delivery of our product outcomes. This role is critical in ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, managing third-party relationships, and driving successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong delivery mindset, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead in a framework agnostic delivery environment while maintaining a focus on management and reporting.

End-to-End Delivery Ownership

• Take full ownership for the successful delivery of product projects, from initiation through to completion
• Monitor progress against plans, identify potential delivery bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to stay on track
• Align delivery goals with the company's strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with broader business priorities
• Third-Party Relationship Management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party vendors enabling effective collaboration and problem-solving
  
  

Agile Team Leadership

• Support in the facilitation of team ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews, ensuring they are productive and goal oriented
• Act as a mentor to team members, helping them understand and apply agile principles effectively
• Support the team in removing impediments and resolving conflicts to maintain focus and momentum
• Promote a culture of collaboration, ownership, and accountability within the team
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationship with internal stakeholders
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and understanding of priorities
• Facilitate alignment between stakeholder expectations and project realities, addressing any misalignments promptly
• Work closely with the Product Manager, Product Owner and Engineering management to ensure alignment and consistency in processes and practices across the team
  
  

Risk Management

• Identify potential risks early in the project lifecycle, assessing their impact and likelihood
• Develop and implement mitigation plans to address identified risks proactively
• Conduct regular risk review meetings, ensuring risks are continuously monitored and managed throughout the project
• Maintain a risk register and ensure transparency by communicating significant risks to relevant stakeholders
  
  

Exco-Level Reporting

• Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and data-driven reports to executive committees
• Provide insights into project performance, including progress, risks, and opportunities, to enable informed decision-making
• Ensure reports align with organizational objectives and showcase the project's value to the business
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Regularly review delivery processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
• Implement lessons learned from previous projects to enhance future delivery practices
• Foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within the team, encouraging the exploration of new tools and techniques
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the team remains competitive and up to date
  
  
  

Requirements

• Degree qualified ideally with Computer Science
• Strong technical understanding of Jira, Confluence. Strong emphasis on needing to build information radiating dashboards.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of agile and waterfall frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe
• Strong interpersonal skills to navigate diverse team dynamics and foster trust
• Ability to empathize with team members and stakeholders while maintaining professional boundaries
• Skilled in facilitating collaboration and resolving conflicts to maintain team morale
  
  
  

CERTIFICATIONS

• PRINCE 2
• PMP
• PMI-ACP
• SAFe Agilist
• CSM/PSM
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive Healthcare