Intermediate Project Manager

Psg Insure; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Gauteng is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects from initiation to closure. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3 to 5 years of experience in project management, and strong communication and leadership skills. This full-time position requires effective stakeholder management and the ability to drive change in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in managing projects, preferably in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or PRINCE2 methodologies.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional business projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective communication.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership skills

Business process improvement

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP, CAPM, or PRINCE2 certification

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job Purpose

Are you passionate about driving strategic change and delivering impactful business outcomes?

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our dynamic team.

This role is ideal for a results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is committed to delivering value through structured project execution. You will own full-cycle delivery of business and technology implementations, particularly process automation and system implementations, from discovery and planning through configuration, integration, and post-live support.

You’ll work closely with business stakeholders, technical team members, and business analysts to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to every project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional business projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks and issues while maintaining high-quality delivery standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across business units to ensure effective communication and engagement.
• Drive business readiness and change adoption in partnership with skilled team members and business owners.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and report on project performance, benefits realization, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present to senior stakeholders, including divisional executives.
• Utilize JIRA and Microsoft Suite for project tracking, reporting, and presentations.
• Apply business acumen to understand project context, challenge assumptions, and drive outcomes.
• Prepare and present project updates to steering committees and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; PMP, CAPM, or PRINCE2 an advantage.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in managing projects, preferably in financial services or a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Experience with business process improvement and digital transformation.
• Job Type : Full-time Work Location : In person