Senior Project Lead, CACEIS Consulting M/F

CACEIS; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset servicing firm is seeking a Senior Project Lead in Putrajaya, Malaysia. In this role, you will manage significant projects that drive operational improvements, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance and risk management. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in asset servicing and project management, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. The position offers a comprehensive rewards program and a world-class training environment.

Benefits

Performance based bonuses

Flexible benefits

Competitive compensation

A world-class training program

Collaborative dynamic culture

Qualifications

• Minimum experience level 11 years and more in the financial industry.
• 17–20 years of experience in asset servicing, custody, or banking operation.
• 5–8 years of project management experience with PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Projects End-to-End.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Drive organizational change initiatives, including training and communications.

Skills

IT tools

Languages

English

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Team leadership

Presentation abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Master's Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description

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.

The 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?

• Deliver Projects End-to-End.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Manage Stakeholders & Governance.
• Build strong relationships with senior leadership, clients, regulators, and internal teams; provide project updates and governance reports; support steering committees.
• Lead Change Management.
• Drive organizational change initiatives, including training, communications, and process adoption; ensure a smooth transition from project to business‑as‑usual (BAU).
• 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.
• Ensure Compliance & Risk Management.
• Meet all relevant compliance, legal, and risk standards; partner with compliance teams for jurisdiction‑specific requirements.

What’s in it for you?

• We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.
• We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
• 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.

Application criteria

• Starting date: 30/11/2025
• Position with management: Yes
• Minimum level of study: Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
• Training / Specialization: Minimum experience level 11 years and more
• Skills needed: IT tools, Languages, English
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• 17–20 years of experience in financial industry. Domain expertise in asset servicing, custody, fund administration, or banking operation will be highly advantageous.
• 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.
• 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).
• Company: CACEIS

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole dedicated to asset managers and institutional investors. Through offices across Europe, North and South America and Asia, CACEIS offers a broad range of services covering execution, clearing, forex, securities lending, custody, depositary, fund administration, fund distribution support, middle‑office outsourcing and issuer services. CACEIS is a consolidator in the European asset servicing market and posts sustained growth in its business activities. The group holds €5.3 trillion in assets under custody and €3.4 trillion in assets under administration (figures as of 31 December 2024). By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offers are open to persons with disabilities.