PROJECT MANAGER - BANKING - DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION, DIGITAL, DATA, AI DELIVERY

Duncan & Ross; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee data modernization, digital banking platforms, and AI delivery. You will manage budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams within a regulated banking environment, ensuring compliance and effective governance.

The role requires extensive experience in technology PM, banking domains, and proficiency with PM tools. This position is based in Riyadh and focuses on strategic, high-impact initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years project management in technology/IT.
• 5-7 years in banking or regulated financial services.
• Track record managing complex multi-team projects with substantial budgets.
• Digital transformation or data platform project experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for data, digital transformation, and AI initiatives.
• Manage project scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation.
• Apply Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
• Conduct stakeholder updates and steering committee reporting.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and banking standards alignment.
• Build and mentor project teams across matrix organization.
• Optimize resource allocation and manage financial performance.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Budget management

Data architecture

API knowledge

Cloud basics

Banking systems understanding

Education

PMP or PRINCE2

Agile Certification (CSM/CSPO/SAFe)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER - BANKING - DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION, DIGITAL, DATA, AI DELIVERY

POSITION SUMMARY

Lead high-impact projects in data modernization, digital banking platforms, digital channels (mobile, web, API), and AI delivery. Manage budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams in a regulated banking environment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for data, digital transformation, and AI initiatives
• Manage project scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation
• Apply Agile and traditional project management methodologies
• Conduct stakeholder updates and steering committee reporting
• Ensure regulatory compliance and banking standards alignment
• Build and mentor project teams across matrix organization
• Optimize resource allocation and manage financial performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 8-12 years project management in technology/IT
• 5-7 years in banking or regulated financial services
• Track record managing complex, multi-team projects with substantial budgets
• Digital transformation or data platform project experience

Certifications (Required)

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2
• Agile Certification (CSM, CSPO, SAFe, or equivalent)

Skills

• Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint (advanced proficiency)
• Project management tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar)
• Banking systems and architecture understanding
• Basic cloud platform knowledge (AWS, Azure)
• Data architecture and API knowledge
• Budget management and financial analysis

Knowledge

• PMBOK or Agile project management frameworks
• Banking regulatory compliance requirements
• IT governance and change management
• Vendor management and RFP processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Saudi Arabia or GCC banking experience
• Data modernization or AI/ML project delivery
• Digital banking platforms implementation
• Cloud migration or infrastructure projects
• Agile at Scale (SAFe, LeSS)

Vertical

Technology