Manager, Change & Projects, PMO

Standard Bank of South Africa Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in South Africa is seeking a Project Manager to oversee large-scale strategic projects. You will manage cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in project leadership, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of successful project delivery. This role offers an opportunity to drive significant business outcomes in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience leading large-scale projects.
• Proven expertise in project governance and financial management.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical acumen

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk mitigation

Education

Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management

Postgraduate Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management

Job description

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

To manage major and/or strategic projects through the application of best-practice project management skills, tools and techniques, whilst engaging with and leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable business solutions within the required parameters in terms of scope, cost and quality. The role requires strong leadership, analytical acumen and the ability to drive complex initiatives that align with organisational strategy and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end delivery of large-scale strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, agreed timelines and approved budgets.
• Drive effective stakeholder engagement and communication across all levels, including executive leadership, to maintain alignment, commitment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively identify, assess and mitigate project risks and issues, implementing robust governance and control frameworks to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Foster a culture of project management excellence through mentoring, adherence to standards and the continuous improvement of methodologies and delivery practices.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management (required).
• Postgraduate Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management (preferred)

Experience Required:

• 8–10 years’ proven experience leading and delivering large-scale, strategic projects end-to-end, managing cross-functional teams and complex workstreams within defined scope, time and budget.
• Demonstrated expertise in project governance, financial management and risk mitigation, including budget forecasting, stakeholder reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement and change management, effectively influencing senior leadership, facilitating communication and driving adoption of new systems or processes.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and embed best-practice methodologies, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration and excellence in project delivery.

Additional Information:

• Adopting Practical Approaches, Documenting Facts
• Articulating Information, Directing People