IT Project Manager - Payments (Banking) | Singapore, SG

Eames Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Eames Consulting is seeking an IT Project Manager for payments at a leading financial institution in Singapore. The role involves leading technology projects focused on cross-border payments, requiring strong expertise in the payments domain and hands-on project management experience. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in financial services, including IT project management, and possess certifications such as Agile or PMP.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in financial services, with 5+ years in IT project management.
• Strong expertise in cross-border payments and high-value transactions.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale banking projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to post-implementation.
• Lead cross-functional teams for payment systems enhancements.
• Monitor project risks, compliance, and provide status reports.

Skills

Project Management

Payments

Risk Management

Technical Proficiency

Education

Agile/PMP Certification

10+ years in Financial Services

Tools

SWIFT

ISO 20022

Payment Gateways

Job description

IT Project Manager - Payments (Banking)

Eames Consulting Singapore Apply now Posted 2 days ago Permanent Up to S$180000 per annum

IT Project Manager - Payments (Banking)

Eames Consulting Singapore Apply now

We are a leading financial institution driving innovation in the corporate banking sector. With a focus on delivering seamless digital solutions, we're expanding our team to accelerate strategic projects in the payments domain. If you're passionate about transforming banking with technology and thrive in complex, fast-paced environments, we want to hear from you.

Role Overview

As an IT Project Manager - Payments, you will lead end-to-end delivery of high-impact technology projects focused on cross-border payments, working closely with product owners, engineering teams, and senior stakeholders. You will bring deep industry knowledge and hands-on technical acumen to navigate and drive initiatives across the payments value chain within corporate banking.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle: scoping, planning, execution, delivery, and post-implementation review.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams across business and technology functions to deliver payment systems enhancements.
• Oversee integration of cross-border payment solutions (e.g., SWIFT, ISO 20022, real-time payments).
• Coordinate with vendors, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor risk, compliance, and quality assurance across all project phases.
• Report regularly to senior management on project status, risks, and performance metrics.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in IT project management roles.
• Strong expertise in payments domain, particularly cross-border and high-value transactions in corporate banking.
• Proven experience managing large-scale transformation or systems implementation projects in banking.
• Familiarity with SWIFT messaging, ISO 20022 standards, payment gateways, and settlement systems.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency - able to liaise effectively between business and technical teams.
• Agile and/or PMP certification is a strong advantage.

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