Lead Project Manager – Banking Domain

Capco; India; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology consulting firm is seeking a Lead Project Manager in India to oversee large-scale digital transformation initiatives within the banking sector. The role requires proven project management skills, extensive experience in managing senior stakeholders, and strong people leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 12 years in relevant roles and familiarity with agile methodologies. Join this dynamic firm to make a significant impact in financial services.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in project or delivery management roles.
• Proven experience managing large-scale digital transformation or operations programs.
• Strong technical background with the ability to engage with technology teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Take ownership of program governance, including reporting and risk management.
• Independently manage and influence senior stakeholders.

Skills

PM Skills

Banking experience

Wealth/Advisory Domain Experience

BlackRock platforms

Education

Certifications in Agile, Project Management (PMP, Prince2)

Job description

Job Title: Lead Project Manager – Banking Domain

About Us

“Capco, a Wipro company, is a global technology and management consulting firm. Awarded with Consultancy of the year in the British Bank Award and has been ranked Top 100 Best Companies for Women in India 2022 by Avtar & Seramount. With our presence across 32 cities across globe, we support 100+ clients across banking, financial and Energy sectors. We are recognized for our deep transformation execution and delivery.

WHY JOIN CAPCO?

You will work on engaging projects with the largest international and local banks, insurance companies, payment service providers and other key players in the industry. The projects that will transform the financial services industry.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Innovative thinking, delivery excellence and thought leadership to help our clients transform their business. Together with our clients and industry partners, we deliver disruptive work that is changing energy and financial services.

#BEYOURSELFATWORK

Capco has a tolerant, open culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and creativity.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

With no forced hierarchy at Capco, everyone has the opportunity to grow as we grow, taking their career into their own hands.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We believe that diversity of people and perspective gives us a competitive advantage.

Locations - Pune / Bangalore / Hyderabad / Chennai / Gurgaon / Mumbai

Notice period –Immediate to 30 days (Official Notice period only)

Mandate Skills – PM Skills + Banking experience + Wealth / Advisory Domain Experience / BlackRock platforms

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale digital transformation and operational programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Take full ownership of program governance, including SteerCo forums, reporting, risk management, and decision-making frameworks
• Independently manage and influence senior stakeholders, including business and technology leadership
• Drive program execution hands-on, working closely with engineering and architecture teams
• Lead complex transformation initiatives single-handedly, without heavy reliance on layered delivery structures
• Establish and maintain robust delivery frameworks, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards
• Provide strong people leadership, mentoring teams and fostering a high-performance delivery culture

Key Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in project or delivery management roles
• Proven experience managing large-scale digital transformation or operations programs in a hands-on delivery role
• Strong technical background with the ability to engage deeply with technology teams
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle senior stakeholders with strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Experience owning governance, SteerCos, and executive reporting end-to-end
• Strong people leadership and team management experienceTrack record of single-handedly leading complex initiatives, with full accountability for delivery outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Agile, Project Management (PMP, Prince2). Next
• HSBC experience is highly preferred

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