Senior Project Manager

Boardroom Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Project Manager for a key systems transformation project within their Global Markets business. The role encompasses project management, stakeholder engagement, and implementing a market data platform solution, requiring extensive experience in financial services and large-scale transformation projects. This 7-month contract offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead impactful initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in Project or Program Management in Financial Services.
• Experience in leading large-scale system transformation programs.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation to delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on design and delivery milestones.
• Manage project budget, resources, and governance processes.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Risk Management

Problem-Solving

Education

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

PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications

Tools

Agile

Waterfall

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a strategic systems transformation project aimed at enabling a key capability within our Global Markets business. This project centers around delivering a market data platform solution supported by a well-defined Target Operating Model (TOM) spanning Procurement, Front Office, Trade Support & Enablement, and Technology.
Senior Project Manager - 7 Month Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Project Management:
• Lead the project lifecycle from initiation to delivery, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders from Business, Technology, and Operations to ensure alignment on design, scope, and delivery milestones.
• Solution Delivery Oversight:Work with solution architects and business SMEs to agree on the future-state architecture and take ownership of the implementation plan and methodology.
• Target Operating Model Implementation:Drive execution of a clearly defined TOM, ensuring that roles, responsibilities, and governance structures are clearly articulated and adopted across functions.
• Project Governance:Set up and manage robust governance processes including steering committees, working groups, risk tracking, and status reporting.
• Resource & Budget Management:Define and secure required resourcing; track and manage project budget, escalating as necessary.
• Issue & Risk Management:Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies; drive timely resolution of blockers and decisions.
• Milestone Tracking & Roadmap Delivery:Ensure project milestones are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and according to quality expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ yearsexperience in Project or Program Management in Financial Services, preferably in Global Markets.
• Proven success inleading large-scale system transformation programs, ideally involving data platforms or market data solutions.
• Experience in delivering projects involvingdata model implementationandTarget Operating Model execution.
• Strong understanding of theGlobal Marketstrading environment, including front-to-back processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with and influenceC-level stakeholders.
• Excellent knowledge ofproject governance, risk management, and financial tracking.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Computer Science, Engineering);PMP, Prince2, or Agile certificationsare a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep domain expertise inMarket Data InfrastructureandTrading Platforms.
• Experience withcross-functional transformationinvolving multiple business units and geographies.
• Familiarity withprocurement processesand vendor management in capital markets.
• Experience managingoffshore/onshoredelivery models.

Desired Skills:

• Manager
• Project
• Senior
• Transformation