Information Technology Project Manager

cander; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee technology projects within the banking sector. This pivotal role requires relocation to Bahrain and entails managing end-to-end project lifecycles, whilst ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement. Join a leading bank during its digital transformation and contribute to excellence in operational initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience managing IT projects in banking or financial services.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects within the bank.
• Maintain communication and status reporting with stakeholders and senior management.
• Support testing, deployment, and post-implementation review of IT projects.

Skills

Project planning

Resource management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Compliance

Information security

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

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THIS ROLE IS BASED IN BAHRAIN AND WOULD REQUIRE RELOCATION TO BAHRAIN. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE OK TO RELOCATE

12 month rolling contract

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee and drive the successful delivery of technology projects within the banking sector. The role involves managing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and delivering within scope, time, and budget while managing risks and stakeholders effectively.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of experience managing IT projects in the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of banking applications, core banking systems, and digital channels.
• Skilled in project planning, resource management, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication.
• Proficient with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (Jira, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of compliance, information security, and regulatory requirements in banking.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification highly advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects within the bank.
• Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, and stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and resource allocations, ensuring successful project execution.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain regular communication and status reporting with stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure projects adhere to bank policies, security standards, and compliance requirements.
• Guide project teams in following best practices, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Support testing, deployment, and post-implementation review of IT projects.
• Maintain project documentation and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Why This Role?

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Project Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering technology initiatives for a leading bank. You’ll work in a dynamic environment, tackling complex projects that drive digital transformation and operational excellence across the organization.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Banking and Information Services

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