Project Manager, Financial Services Innovation

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dynamic Project Manager for a progressive financial services institution in the Free State region. The role focuses on digital transformation, product development, and delivering complex initiatives from concept to deployment while aligning with regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams across IT, product, marketing, and compliance, manage budgets and timelines, and drive change to maximise customer experience and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, with a significant focus on the financial services industry.
• Demonstrated experience in managing digital transformation, fintech, or new product development projects.
• Strong understanding of financial products, services, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working remotely and collaborating effectively with distributed teams is essential for this role based in Welkom, Free State, with a fully remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects focused on digital banking solutions, fintech integrations, and new product launches.
• Define project scope, objectives, KPIs, and success criteria.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams, including IT, product development, marketing, and compliance.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status, updates, and potential issues to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ensure projects adhere to regulatory requirements and industry best practices within the financial sector.
• Drive user adoption of new technologies and processes through effective change management strategies.
• Continuously monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform project strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Change management

Regulatory knowledge

PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

PM methodologies (Agile/Waterfall)

Job description

About the Role

A progressive financial services institution headquartered in Welkom, Free State , is seeking a dynamic and innovative Project Manager to lead key initiatives in digital transformation and product development. This role is crucial for driving the company's strategy in adapting to evolving market demands and leveraging technology to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, a passion for innovation, and a proven ability to manage complex projects from conception through to successful deployment. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of finance in the Free State region and contribute to the company's growth and competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects focused on digital banking solutions, fintech integrations, and new product launches. Define project scope, objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and success criteria. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams, including IT, product development, marketing, and compliance. Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies, implementing proactive mitigation strategies. Communicate project status, updates, and potential issues to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Ensure projects adhere to regulatory requirements and industry best practices within the financial sector. Drive user adoption of new technologies and processes through effective change management strategies. Continuously monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform project strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. PMP or Prince2 certification is a plus. Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, with a significant focus on the financial services industry. Demonstrated experience in managing digital transformation, fintech, or new product development projects. Strong understanding of financial products, services, and regulatory compliance. Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working remotely and collaborating effectively with distributed teams is essential for this role based in Welkom, Free State , with a fully remote work arrangement.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive annual salary, along with performance-based incentives and potential for annual bonuses. Comprehensive medical aid coverage and a generous pension fund contribution are included. Our client is committed to employee growth, offering substantial opportunities for professional development, training, and further certifications. This fully remote position provides significant flexibility and autonomy, allowing for an excellent work-life balance, and the ability to contribute from anywhere while being part of a leading financial institution in the Welkom area.