We are looking for a Senior IT Project Manager (F/M) to lead strategic transformation initiatives within a bank.

You will manage end-to-end technology and business transformation projects, working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners. The role combines project delivery, stakeholder management, business analysis, and technology implementation in a regulated banking environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead complex IT and business transformation projects from initiation to successful delivery.

• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and governance frameworks.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams across IT, Operations, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and external vendors.

• Monitor project progress, manage dependencies, and ensure delivery against agreed objectives.

• Prepare and present project updates to senior management and steering committees.

Digital Transformation

• Drive key strategic initiatives such as:

  • Core Banking System transformation and migration

  • Infrastructure and cloud modernization

  • Data governance and reporting projects

  • Process automation and digitalization initiatives

  • Cybersecurity-related programmes

• Support testing, deployment, and change management activities.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the bridge between business and technology teams.

• Gather and challenge business requirements.

• Facilitate workshops and ensure alignment across stakeholders.

• Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and technology partners.

Governance & Reporting

• Establish project governance and PMO standards.

• Produce executive dashboards, KPIs, status reports, and steering committee materials.

• Identify risks and issues and implement mitigation plans.

Profile

Experience

• 8+ years of experience in IT Project Management within Banking or Financial Services.

• Proven track record delivering complex transformation programmes involving both business and technology teams.

• Experience with Core Banking Systems, system migrations, digital transformation, or large-scale modernization projects.

• Strong exposure to regulated environments.

Skills

• Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).

• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Microsoft 365.

• Knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure), automation tools, and data-driven reporting is an advantage.

• PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certification is a plus.

Languages

• Fluent English and French are mandatory.

• Additional languages are considered an asset.

What We Offer

• A key role in the bank's transformation journey.

• Exposure to strategic, high-impact initiatives.

• Direct interaction with senior management and decision-makers.

• An international and collaborative working environment.