IT Project Manager (Banking) | Singapore, SG

Eames Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional bank in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee strategic technology initiatives across its operations. The role requires strong system development expertise, with significant project management experience in the financial services sector, offering a collaborative work culture and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Exposure to large-scale projects across Southeast Asia

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in system development with 3 years in project management.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and agile.
• Experience with core banking and payment systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for technology initiatives.
• Plan, execute, and monitor IT projects effectively.
• Drive adherence to SDLC and IT governance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Information Systems or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic IT Project Manager to join our regional banking team based in Singapore. This role is critical to the successful planning and execution of strategic IT initiatives across the bank's regional operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system development, coupled with proven experience managing complex IT projects within the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for technology initiatives across multiple business units and geographies.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close IT projects in accordance with agreed scope, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, solution architects, developers, QA teams, and vendors.
• Ensure effective communication, risk management, issue resolution, and change control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive adherence to SDLC, IT governance, compliance, and security standards.
• Prepare and deliver regular project status updates to senior management and steering committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of system development experience, with at least 3 years in a project management role.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Prior experience in managing core banking, payment systems, risk, or regulatory technology projects is highly preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a leading regional bank with a strong digital transformation agenda.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
• Exposure to impactful, large-scale projects across Southeast Asia and beyond.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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