Senior IT Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement contributions

Life insurance

Professional development

Conference attendance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to drive large-scale digital transformation initiatives in a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will lead cross-functional, distributed teams, manage scope and budgets, and ensure high standards of quality, security, and compliance across complex programs.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in IT project management, strong Agile/ SAFe experience, and certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field.
• PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications are advantageous.
• 10+ years IT project management experience with digital transformation exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of digital transformation projects.
• Manage scope, budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Foster stakeholder relationships across business and tech units.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues.
• Promote Agile and DevOps practices to speed delivery.
• Coach and mentor distributed teams for remote work.
• Ensure quality, security, and compliance of deliverables.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Change management

SDLC

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned leader in the financial services sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Project Manager to spearhead critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional projects that redefine our client's digital presence and operational capabilities. This role requires a visionary leader capable of navigating the complexities of large-scale technology transformations, fostering collaboration across distributed teams, and driving innovation in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in delivering successful digital projects in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic digital transformation projects, including system modernizations, cloud migrations, and digital platform development.
• Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources effectively, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across business units and technology departments.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing proactive solutions.
• Drive the adoption of Agile and DevOps methodologies to enhance project delivery speed and quality.
• Coach and mentor project teams, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, security, and compliance.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and milestones to senior leadership and executive sponsors.

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT project management, with at least 5 years in a senior role focusing on digital transformation and large-scale technology programs. Proven experience managing complex projects in the financial services industry is highly desirable. Expertise in Agile (Scrum, SAFe) and Waterfall methodologies, with a strong understanding of SDLC and change management. Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project) and collaboration platforms. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills, essential for remote team management. A relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications are a significant advantage. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment, managing distributed teams effectively.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive executive-level salary, along with a substantial performance-based bonus structure and potential for long-term incentives.
• Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous retirement contributions, and life insurance.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, including executive coaching, advanced certifications, and conference attendance, are provided.
• Employees enjoy a high degree of autonomy and flexibility in managing their work and schedules, fostering a strong work-life balance.
• This role provides a unique opportunity to drive significant change within a leading financial institution from anywhere in South Africa.