IT Project Manager

Gambit Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 month contract

Job summary

Gambit Recruitment – Auckland is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead a fintech SaaS implementation program from Auckland CBD. You will plan, execute and monitor complex technology projects, aligning IT initiatives with business objectives while upholding governance and delivery excellence.

The role requires 5+ years of PM experience, strong stakeholder management, and proficiency with MS Project/Jira/Asana. Initial 3-month contract with potential extension or permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as IT Project Manager in a similar role managing technology projects.
• Experience within SaaS or Fintech environments.
• Strong knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• PM certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile) preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana.
• Knowledge of IT governance, compliance, and security frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Planning, initiating and scoping IT projects with objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Developing project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Managing budgets and ensuring cost-effective resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Leading project teams and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders for successful delivery.
• Monitoring progress, tracking KPIs, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Identifying and managing risks, issues, and dependencies proactively.
• Implementing and maintaining project governance frameworks and processes.
• Ensuring QA standards and deliverables meet organisational requirements.
• Facilitating communication between technical teams, business stakeholders, and sponsors.
• Managing scope, schedule, and resources to minimise delays and overruns.

Skills

IT Project Management

Fintech

SaaS

PRINCE2

Agile/Scrum

PM Certification

Stakeholder management

Governance & security

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

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Gambit Recruitment – Auckland, North Island

IT Project Manager - Initial 3 month Contract (potential to extend or go permanent)

About the role:

We're working exclusively with a Fintech company based in the CBD, which is looking for a strong IT Project Manager to join the team on an implementation program.

Based in Auckland CBD, this role is pivotal in ensuring that our IT initiatives align with business objectives whilst maintaining the highest standards of project governance and delivery excellence. As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring complex technology project, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

Key responsibilities

• Planning, initiating and scoping IT projects with clear objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
• Developing comprehensive project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies
• Managing project budgets and ensuring cost-effective resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle
• Leading project teams and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Monitoring project progress, tracking key performance indicators, and reporting on project status to senior leadership
• Identifying and managing project risks, issues, and dependencies in a proactive manner
• Implementing and maintaining project governance frameworks and processes
• Ensuring quality assurance standards are met and project deliverables comply with organisational requirements
• Facilitating communication between technical teams, business stakeholders, and project sponsors
• Managing project scope, schedule, and resources to minimise delays and budget overruns

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager with a minimum of 5 years in a similar role managing technology projects
• We're looking for someone who is highly organised and who has experience within SaaS or Fintech
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum.
• Relevant project management certification, such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Experience with project management tools and software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
• Knowledge of IT governance, compliance, and security frameworks
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

What we offer

• 3 month contract (with potential to extend or go permanent)