Lead Fintech Product Manager

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer"

Professional development and fintech-l

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client in the Sandton area to hire a Lead Fintech Project Manager. The role focuses on delivering technology initiatives within the Financial Services division, coordinating with IT, business analysts, and compliance to implement secure financial platforms.

You will drive project plans, manage risks, ensure regulatory compliance (POPIA, FICA), and lead cross-functional teams through Agile or Waterfall lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in project management within financial services.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations (e.g., POPIA, FICA, Basel III).
• Experience managing projects involving core banking systems, trading platforms, or fintech solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects in financial services.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and risk management.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, BAs, and compliance to ensure alignment.
• Oversee implementation of new financial software, upgrades, and infra projects.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and data security standards.
• Monitor progress and communicate updates to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile

Waterfall

Jira

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or related field

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead technology initiatives within their Financial Services division in the Sandton area. This role is crucial for driving the successful implementation of new financial platforms, enhancing existing systems, and ensuring technological solutions meet the complex demands of the financial sector. You will collaborate extensively with IT teams, business analysts, compliance officers, and external vendors to deliver robust and secure technology solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial regulations, technology project lifecycles, and effective stakeholder management. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for both on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of technology projects within the financial services sector.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams, including IT specialists, business analysts, and compliance officers, to ensure project alignment and success.
• Oversee the implementation of new financial software, system upgrades, and technology infrastructure projects.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant financial regulations, data security standards, and internal policies.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on technology projects within the financial services industry.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial regulations (e.g., POPIA, FICA, Basel III) and their impact on technology projects.
• Proven experience managing projects involving core banking systems, trading platforms, or fintech solutions.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a strategic balance of on-site and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to cutting-edge financial technology and a dynamic, challenging work environment.