Senior IT Project Manager (F/M) - LU877241

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.

This opportunity is managed by Raphael Cohen. Feel free to reach out and share your contact details or CV to arrange a confidential conversation.