Senior Project Manager - Business Transformation

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private medical aid

Robust retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major business transformation initiatives in Sandton, Gauteng. You will drive end-to-end project delivery, ensuring strategic alignment, effective governance, and strong stakeholder engagement across the organization.

The role demands 8+ years in project management with change/transformation focus, PMP/Agile/Lean methods, and experience managing budgets and cross-functional teams in a corporate setting. A hybrid work setup is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, or related field.
• MBA or relevant Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in project management with focus on transformation/change/strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record leading large-scale transformation projects in a corporate setting.
• Strong knowledge of business process re-engineering, org design, and strategic planning.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, Lean) and tools (MS Project, Jira, SharePoint).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate in a hybrid work environment in Sandton, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of strategic transformation projects from initiation to closure.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics aligned with corporate strategy.
• Develop and manage budgets, resources, and procurement for transformation initiatives.
• Manage cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication across departments.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues with mitigation plans.
• Oversee implementation of process improvements, organizational changes, and technology solutions.
• Engage senior leadership and business heads for stakeholder management throughout the lifecycle.
• Track progress and provide regular status reports to executive stakeholders.
• Champion change management and adoption of new operating models.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure governance compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Management

MBA

Tools

MS Project

Jira

SharePoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader in the financial services industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead significant business transformation initiatives. This role is based in the bustling corporate hub of Sandton, Gauteng , and requires a strategic thinker adept at driving change across complex organizations. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of transformation projects, ensuring successful implementation of new strategies, processes, and systems that enhance operational efficiency and competitive advantage. This is a critical role with high visibility and the opportunity to shape the future of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic business transformation projects from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Develop and manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement processes for transformation initiatives.
• Manage cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication across departments.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, proactively developing and implementing mitigation plans.
• Oversee the implementation of process improvements, organizational changes, and technology solutions.
• Ensure effective stakeholder management, engaging with senior leadership and business unit heads throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project progress, analyze performance data, and provide regular, comprehensive status reports to executive stakeholders.
• Champion change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new ways of working.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with relevant governance frameworks.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, or a related field.
• An MBA or relevant Master's degree is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on business transformation, change management, or strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex, large-scale transformation projects in a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of business process re-engineering, organizational design, and strategic planning.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Lean) and associated tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, SharePoint).
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and complex risks effectively.
• Experience with change management frameworks and tools is essential.
• Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment in Sandton, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, significant performance bonuses, and an excellent comprehensive benefits package, including private medical aid and robust retirement planning options.
• The company is committed to employee development, offering extensive training, certifications, and career advancement opportunities.
• This role utilizes a hybrid working model, providing flexibility.

Join a team that is driving critical change within the financial services sector in Sandton and make a lasting impact.