Scrum Master/ Project Manager (Digital Banking - PMP & CMS)

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Digital Project Manager to establish PMO standards in Kuala Lumpur's banking sector. The role requires 7+ years of experience, including team leadership, proficiency in Jira and Confluence, alongside strong stakeholder management skills. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement. Comprehensive benefits and career development programs are offered.

Benefits

Opportunities on cutting-edge digital banking projects

Comprehensive benefits including career development programs

Inclusive professional company culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in banking or financial services is preferred.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms and the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Establish and evolve PMO standards and frameworks for digital product delivery.
• Oversee prioritization and resource planning across the digital product portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement through delivery metrics and insights.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Agile methodologies

Education

Professional certifications (PMP, CSM, SAFe)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About Our Client

The company is a large organization in the banking & financial services industry, renowned for its commitment to technological innovation and customer-centric solutions. With operations spanning a wide range of products and services, the company is a leader in its field and fosters a collaborative and professional work environment.

Job Description

• Establish and evolve PMO standards, frameworks, and governance models for digital product delivery, including reporting and escalation processes.
• Portfolio & Resource Management: Oversee prioritization, resource planning, and coordination across the digital product portfolio in collaboration with Group Product Leads.
• Guide and support execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives, acting as a senior escalation point for risks and dependencies.
• Ensure strong collaboration and alignment among product, design, engineering, and business stakeholders.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team; define roles, competencies, and lead capability development through structured learning programs.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, translating project performance into actionable insights and clear executive reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement through delivery metrics, tooling enhancements, automation, and data-driven decision-making

The Successful Applicant

• 7+ years of project management experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role; experience in banking or financial services is an advantage.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) are required.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, enterprise systems, and the end-to-end software development lifecycle.
• Proven leadership and team development skills, with a track record of managing high-performing project or agile delivery teams.
• Expertise in both traditional PMO governance and agile delivery frameworks, with the ability to adapt across methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MS Project, with a data-driven approach to delivery tracking and reporting

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge digital banking projects.
• An inclusive and professional company culture with a focus on innovation.
• Comprehensive benefits, including career development programs.
• Convenient office location in Kuala Lumpur.

If you are passionate about digital project management and seek a rewarding career in the financial services industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.