Project Director - Banking Software

TRIIIO VERTEX SDN. BHD.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech firm in Malaysia is seeking a Project Director to lead significant banking projects, managing teams of 80 to 100 professionals. This strategic role requires over 10 years of software project management experience, particularly in a vendor environment. The ideal candidate will develop client relationships and drive business growth, ensuring project excellence. Certifications like PMP or Agile are highly valued. This position offers the chance to work with a global leader in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Software Project Management, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Directly managed software project teams of 40-100 people.
• Exceptional in external client stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex software projects with 80-100 members.
• Build relationships with senior banking stakeholders as a primary advisor.
• Identify and propose solution expansions and digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Mentor and develop a large, cross-functional team.

Skills

Software Project Management

Client Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Business Development

Education

PMP or Agile certification

Job description

Project Director (Software) – Large-Scale Banking Projects

Lead a Flagship Project & Drive Client Growth

Our client is a premier FinTech leader, backed by a global conglomerate. They are seeking an exceptional Project Director to lead one of their largest and most strategic software engagements for a key regional banking client.

This is not just a delivery role. We are looking for a business-centric leader who can ensure flawless project execution while acting as a strategic partner to the client, proactively identifying new opportunities and driving commercial growth.

Why This Role?

• High Impact: Lead a mission‑critical project (80‑100 members) with significant visibility.
• Strategic Influence: Move beyond delivery to shape client strategy and commercial outcomes through high‑level stakeholder syndication.
• Fresh Perspective Valued: Our client seeks an energetic, external leader to inject new ideas and a business‑owner mindset into their established leadership team.
• Stability with a Global Giant: Enjoy the career security of a market leader with a quarter‑century of history and the backing of a $70B global group.

Key Responsibilities

• Large‑Scale Leadership: Lead and oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of complex software projects with a total headcount of 80 to 100 people, including Project Managers, Technical Leads, and Consultants.
• Be a Strategic Partner: Build deep, trusted relationships with senior banking stakeholders as their primary advisor, using strategic engagement to uncover future needs.
• Business Growth: Actively identify and propose solution expansions, upselling, and digital transformation initiatives that deliver client value and support revenue growth.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure all engagements are delivered on time and within budget, adhering to rigorous software methodology and quality standards.
• Develop High‑Performance Teams: Mentor and develop a large, cross‑functional team, fostering a collaborative and results‑driven culture.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: 10+ years in Software Project Management (not infrastructure), ideally within a vendor/professional services environment.
• Proven Scale: Must have directly managed large software project teams of 40‑100 people.
• Client Mastery: Exceptional track record in external client stakeholder management and strategic relationship building.
• Business‑Owner Mindset: Demonstrated business development acumen, with examples of identifying and driving expansion opportunities within projects.

Highly Valued Experience

• Background in the Banking/Financial Services sector.
• Experience with digital transformation projects.
• Formal certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile).

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Project Director?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Software Development Project Manager?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Project Management Director?
• What's the largest size team you have managed?
• Are you available to live on-site for the duration of this role?