Application Project Manager – Banking Domain

Steenbok Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore seeks a skilled project manager to oversee application development and implementation within the banking sector. You will lead projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring compliance with financial regulations while coordinating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have banking experience, excellent communication skills, and hands-on technical knowledge, particularly in programming and SQL. Desired certifications include PMP or PRINCE2.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in the banking industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage application projects end-to-end.
• Excellent ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
• Hands-on knowledge of programming languages and SQL.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage application development projects from start to finish.
• Act as the primary liaison between teams and vendors.
• Provide technical guidance on project aspects.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare project plans and status reports.

Job description

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management: Lead and manage application development and implementation projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, external vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and alignment on project objectives.
• Technical Oversight: Provide guidance on technical aspects of projects, leveraging your programming and database knowledge to support design, development, and troubleshooting.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues promptly to keep projects on track.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare project plans, status reports, and other documentation for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Banking Experience: Proven experience working in the banking industry, with a strong understanding of financial systems and regulatory requirements.
• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated ability to manage application projects end-to-end, including planning, execution, and delivery.
• Communication Skills: Excellent ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams.
• Technical Background: Hands-on knowledge of programming languages, SQL, and database management systems.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to address technical and operational challenges.
• Preferred Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent (a plus but not mandatory).