Remote Project Manager - Financial Services Technology

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary with bonuses and0%

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Continuous learning and industry certs

Work on innovative FinTech projects

Retirement plan with company match

Home office setup budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead cutting-edge FinTech projects. You will manage end-to-end delivery from initiation to deployment, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business strategy.

The role requires 8+ years in project management within financial services tech, strong leadership, and remote collaboration skills across distributed teams. A PMP/CSM/CFA is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years of project management experience in FinTech or financial services tech.
• Proven track record delivering complex IT projects in financial sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of FinTech projects from initiation to deployment and support.
• Develop detailed plans with scope, budgets, timelines, and resources under regulatory constraints.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers, analysts, QA, and compliance in a remote setting.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations (e.g., POPIA, FAIS, FICA) and data security standards.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders including senior management and vendors.
• Oversee deployment of new financial products, platforms, and systems.
• Promote Agile methodologies and best practices within the team.
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote teamwork

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and astute Remote Project Manager to lead cutting-edge technology projects within the financial services sector. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from your preferred location while driving critical initiatives in FinTech. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of complex software development and systems implementation projects, ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and business strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of financial services, a strong technical aptitude, and exceptional project management skills in a virtual environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of financial technology. We are looking for a leader who can navigate the complexities of the FinTech landscape remotely and deliver outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of financial technology projects, from initiation through to deployment and post-implementation support.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, considering regulatory constraints.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including software developers, business analysts, QA testers, and compliance officers, in a remote setting.
• Ensure all projects adhere to financial industry regulations (e.g., POPIA, FAIS, FICA) and data security standards.
• Manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including senior management, vendors, and clients.
• Oversee the implementation of new financial products, platforms, and systems.
• Drive the adoption of Agile methodologies and best practices in project management within the team.
• Conduct post-project reviews, document lessons learned, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on financial services technology (FinTech).
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects in the financial sector.
• In-depth understanding of financial services products, operations, and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, especially in remote team environments.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience managing projects involving banking systems, trading platforms, payment gateways, or insurance software.
• Ability to work independently and manage distributed teams effectively.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CSM, or CFA are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement, offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Highly competitive salary, with performance-based bonuses and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and industry certifications.
• Work on innovative and impactful projects at the forefront of FinTech.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work environment.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Annual budget for home office setup and professional development.