Senior Implementation Lead

Skillfinder International; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Dublin seeks a candidate to lead large-scale transformation programmes. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in fund administration, strong leadership skills, and experience with enterprise systems like PeopleSoft. Responsibilities include defining strategy, managing stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication across various business functions. This role offers the chance to drive innovation and transformation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in fund administration, financial and regulatory reporting.
• Experience in delivering complex initiatives within financial services.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale transformation programmes.
• Define strategy for enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Monitor programme performance, risks, and issues.

Skills

Fund administration expertise

Financial reporting

Leadership skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Technical proficiency

Flexibility

Education

University degree or equivalent

PMP or similar qualifications

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale, complex transformation programmes spanning multiple disciplines.
• Define strategy and direction for enterprise-wide initiatives, involving business process redesign, technology change, and operating model transformation.
• Integrate best practices in benefits realisation and change management into all project phases.
• Monitor and report on programme performance, risks, and issues, escalating as needed.
• Engage and manage stakeholders across business functions.
• Present progress updates and recommendations to senior leadership and wider audiences.
• Advocate for innovation and continuous improvement across business transformation activities.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Deep expertise in fund administration, financial reporting, and/or regulatory reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Technically proficient, with experience in enterprise systems (e.g., PeopleSoft).
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.

Experience & Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant industry qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.
• Proven track record in transformation, programme delivery, or implementation roles within financial services.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover message outlining your suitability for the role.