Senior Business Project Manager - Financial Services

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and life cover

Robust retirement fund

Study leave and development funding

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Business Project Manager in Centurion, Gauteng, to drive strategic financial services projects. You will translate business strategy into actionable plans, manage cross‑functional teams, and ensure regulatory compliance within a highly regulated environment.

You will lead workshops, define requirements, and guide execution across banking operations, wealth management, or insurance domains, with a strong emphasis on delivering value and ROI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related discipline.
• MBA or advanced degree is a significant advantage.
• 8+ years of experience in project management with a focus on business projects in financial services.
• Experience managing projects related to banking operations, wealth management or insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of key business projects in financial services.
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources across project phases.
• Collaborate with business, IT, and external vendors to define requirements.
• Develop detailed project documentation: business cases, charters, specs, reports.
• Identify risks, issues, dependencies and implement mitigation plans.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and decisions.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and business outcomes.
• Manage change requests and scope creep, communicating impacts.
• Mentor junior project managers and team members to foster excellence.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Agile & Waterfall

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

MBA (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Business Project Manager to join their esteemed team in **Centurion, Gauteng**. This role is critical for driving business-focused projects that enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, and regulatory compliance within the financial sector. You will be at the forefront of translating business strategy into actionable project plans and leading their successful execution. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial products, market dynamics, and regulatory landscapes, combined with a proven ability to manage complex projects within a highly regulated environment. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to the strategic direction of a leading financial entity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of key business projects within the financial services domain, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, overseeing all project phases from initiation to closure.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to define project requirements and ensure successful implementation.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including business cases, project charters, requirements specifications, and status reports.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing effective mitigation and contingency plans.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements, resolve issues, and drive decision‑making.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and achieve desired business outcomes and return on investment.
• Manage change requests and scope creep effectively, communicating impacts to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior project managers and team members, fostering a culture of excellence.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• An MBA or advanced degree is a significant advantage.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on business projects within the financial services industry.
• Proven experience managing projects related to banking operations, wealth management, or insurance products.
• Solid understanding of financial regulations (e.g., FAIS, FICA, POPIA) and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and the ability to adapt them to specific project needs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or similar.
• Proficiency in **Centurion**, **Gauteng** business practices is advantageous.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, group life cover, and a robust retirement fund.
• Generous study leave and professional development funding.
• Access to a diverse range of financial projects in **Centurion**.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading financial institution.
• Employee wellness programs and discounted financial services.