AVP, IT Project Manager

OCBC Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Group is seeking a Project Delivery Manager in Malaysia to lead end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality standards. You will engage with stakeholders, define project scope, and coordinate multi-vendor teams across banking initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in project management, strong analytical and communication skills, and certifications such as PMP/PRINCE2/Agile.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Agile and adaptable, with a strong ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
• Certified in project management methodologies such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycles from initiation to delivery, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
• Develop and execute project plans, resource allocation plans, and risk management plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and identify deliverables.
• Coordinate project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

PMP/PRINCE2/Agile cert.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Computer Science or related field

Job description

WHO WE ARE: As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Project Delivery Manager

Why Join As a Project Delivery Manager at OCBC, you'll be at the forefront of driving change and innovation in the banking industry. You'll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that transform the way we deliver financial services to our customers. If you're passionate about project management and want to make a real difference, this role is for you.

How you succeed

To succeed in this role, you'll need to be a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail. You'll work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop project plans that meet their objectives. You'll need to be proactive, adaptable, and able to navigate complex project landscapes. By leveraging your project management expertise, you'll drive projects forward, mitigate risks, and deliver results that exceed expectations.

What you do

• Manage project lifecycles from initiation to delivery, ensuring timely and within-budget completion
• Develop and execute project plans, resource allocation plans, and risk management plans
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and identify deliverables
• Coordinate project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
• Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions as needed

Who we are

As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organization. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary.
• A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle.
• Community initiatives.
• Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities.
• Equal opportunity.
• Fair employment.
• Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values.
• Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the banking or financial services industry
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Agile and adaptable, with a strong ability to navigate ambiguity and change
• Certified in project management methodologies such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile

What we offer

• Competitive base salary.
• A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle.
• Community initiatives.
• Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities.
• Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

As the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, we have grown from strength to strength to become a regional financial services group. With a deep history in Asia, we offer the most comprehensive coverage across ASEAN and Greater China, complemented with a presence in the leading economies of New York, London and Sydney. We are the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets with one of the world’s highest credit rating (Aa1 by Moody’s and AA- by both Fitch and S&P). We offer private banking services through our wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to source for the best-in-class products to meet its clients’ goals. Our insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia.