Remote Senior Project Manager - FinTech Solutions

Placements24; Paarl; À distance; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical FinTech product development and implementation projects. This fully remote role is open to candidates anywhere in South Africa, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative financial technology solutions while aligning with the product roadmap and existing systems.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in project management within financial services or FinTech, strong leadership and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience, FinTech focus preferred.
• Proven track record delivering complex software projects remotely.

Responsabilités

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex FinTech projects from inception to launch.
• Define scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables with product owners and stakeholders.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Implement agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) within teams.
• Facilitate clear communication among distributed teams and vendors.
• Identify and manage project risks and dependencies proactively.
• Ensure timely delivery of FinTech solutions Meeting market needs.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and compliance teams.
• Provide progress reports and strategic updates to senior leadership.

Connaissances

Project management

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, or Business

Outils

PM certifications

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing FinTech company, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical product development and implementation projects. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in **South Africa**. You will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative financial technology solutions, manage the product roadmap, and ensure seamless integration with existing systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of financial services, software development, and agile methodologies, combined with exceptional leadership and communication skills. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving FinTech landscape from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex FinTech projects from inception to launch.
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with product owners and stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation effectively.
• Implement and champion agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) within project teams.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among distributed teams, stakeholders, and third-party vendors.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and dependencies.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of FinTech solutions that meet market needs.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and compliance teams.
• Provide regular progress reports and strategic updates to senior leadership.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of project management experience, with a significant focus on FinTech or financial services product development.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects in a remote setting.
• In-depth knowledge of agile and Scrum methodologies; relevant certifications (e.g., CSM, CSPO, PMP) are highly valued.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trading platforms,