Senior Remote Project Manager - FinTech

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work setup

Professional development budget

Premium health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Project Manager for a FinTech leader to drive strategy, execution, and delivery of high-impact projects. This fully remote role requires guiding distributed teams, navigating regulatory landscapes, and aligning technical and business objectives.

You will mentor remote teams, define scope and KPIs, manage risks, and ensure compliance with security and data privacy. Strong leadership and PMP or Agile certifications are desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 4 years in the FinTech industry.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale technology projects remotely.
• Deep understanding of financial services, digital payments, blockchain, or related technologies.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and experience with remote collaboration tools.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile certifications) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex FinTech projects.
• Manage and mentor remote project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Define project scope, objectives, key performance indicators, and success criteria.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues in a remote environment.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, security standards, and data privacy laws.
• Liaise effectively with stakeholders across business, technology, legal, and compliance departments.

Skills

Project management

Remote leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

FinTech

Distributed teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the FinTech sector, is looking for an experienced Senior Remote Project Manager to lead critical, high-impact projects. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for driving the strategy, execution, and delivery of innovative financial technology solutions. This role demands a strategic leader adept at managing distributed teams, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and ensuring the seamless integration of cutting-edge financial platforms. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the future of digital finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex FinTech projects.


• Manage and mentor remote project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.


• Define project scope, objectives, key performance indicators, and success criteria.


• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, dependencies, and issues in a remote environment.


• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, security standards, and data privacy laws.


• Liaise effectively with stakeholders across business, technology, legal, and compliance departments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 4 years in the FinTech industry.


• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale technology projects remotely.


• Deep understanding of financial services, digital payments, blockchain, or related technologies.


• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and experience with remote collaboration tools.


• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.


• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile certifications) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• An exceptionally competitive salary and significant bonus potential.


• Fully remote work setup, providing ultimate flexibility.


• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Generous budget for professional development and training.


• Opportunity to work at the forefront of financial technology innovation.