Senior Project Lead, CACEIS Consulting M/F

Putrajaya; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset servicing firm in Malaysia is looking for a Senior Project Lead to oversee complex projects crucial to the CACEIS Group. This role demands strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams and delivering projects on time and budget. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the financial industry and ensure compliance with risk standards. The company offers a comprehensive rewards program and a collaborative culture that recognizes initiative and hard work.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

World-class training program in financial services

Dynamic culture with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 17–20 years of experience in the financial industry, with domain expertise in asset servicing preferred.
• 5-8 years in project management, preferably with PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide project updates.
• Drive change initiatives including training and process adoption.
• Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure technical solutions meet needs.
• Meet compliance and risk management standards.

Skills

Successful leadership track record in delivering high-impact projects

Strong team leadership and people management skills

Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and presentation abilities

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment

Adaptability in managing deadlines

High integrity and professionalism

Ability to align outcomes with business objectives

Education

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Business type

Types of Jobs - IT, Digital et Data

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Job summary

What is the opportunity?

CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, evolving into a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Strategically located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe. These services include Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. As a Centre of Excellence, CACEIS Malaysia plays a pivotal role in driving the scalability of global operations, enhancing service quality, and implementing standardized processes to meet the diverse needs of its clients. The dedicated team in Malaysia is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that empower clients to thrive in a dynamic and competitive financial landscape.

Senior Project Lead is responsible for planning, executing, delivering large and complex projects of significance for the CACEIS Group and Country. This role requires strong leadership in managing cross‑functional teams, aligning deliverables to business strategy, and driving measurable operational improvements across global teams in a Follow the Sun model. The Senior Project Lead is able to effectively deliver end‑to‑end project management and guide Project Leads and Project Managers on their projects / missions.

Region: Malaysia
Working hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

What will you do?

1. Deliver Projects End-to-End: Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
2. Manage Stakeholders & Governance: Build strong relationships with senior leadership, clients, regulators, and internal teams; provide project updates and governance reports; support steering committees.
3. Lead Change Management: Drive organizational change initiatives, including training, communications, and process adoption; ensure a smooth transition from project to business‑as‑usual (BAU).
4. Align Operations & Technology: Collaborate with IT, Operations, and other functions/teams to ensure technical solutions meet business needs, including system testing, data migration, and cutovers.
5. Ensure Compliance & Risk Management: Meet all relevant compliance, legal, and risk standards; partner with compliance teams for jurisdiction‑specific requirements.

Supplementary Information

What’s in it for you?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance‑based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• A world‑class training program in financial services.
• A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded.

Geographical area

Asia, Malaysia

City

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Level of minimal experience

11 years and more

Experience

• 17–20 years of experience in financial industry. Domain expertise in asset servicing, custody, fund administration, or banking operation will be highly advantageous.

Required skills

• Successful leadership track record in delivering high-impact/high dollar value projects across global and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong team leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multi‑time‑zone, regulated environment.
• Adaptability in shifting priorities and managing deadlines.
• High integrity, professionalism, and collaborative spirit.
• Ability to align project outcomes with strategic business objectives.

Technical skills required

• 5-8 years in project management, preferably with PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint).

Entity

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole dedicated to asset managers and institutional investors.

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