Marc Ellis
Location
UAE | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Project Manager – Banking Domain
Job Location: Dubai – UAE Job Duration: 12 months extendable Tasks and Responsibilities: • Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success criteria. • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates. • Align projects with the overall business strategy and ensure adherence to banking industry regulations and standards. • Lead project teams in executing plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting strategies as needed. • Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing any obstacles that may impact project timelines or outcomes. • Ensure that projects are completed within budget, meeting quality standards and stakeholder expectations. • Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business units, IT teams, vendors, and regulatory bodies. • Communicate project updates, risks, and achievements effectively to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. • Provide clear direction and guidance to project teams, promoting a collaborative and productive work environment. • Facilitate cross-functional teamwork, leveraging the expertise of various departments to achieve project goals. • Allocate resources efficiently, managing workloads and optimizing resource utilization. • Coordinate with department heads and HR to ensure adequate staffing for project needs. • Implement best practices and industry standards to ensure the quality and integrity of project deliverables. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements specific to the banking sector. • Reporting and Documentation: • Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and change requests. • Generate regular project progress reports for management and stakeholders. Technical skills and other qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field; MBA or PMP certification is a plus. • Minimum of 7 years of project management experience within the banking domain. • Strong understanding of banking operations, products, services, and regulatory landscape. • Able to articulate as the PM will be presenting to the Excoms on weekly basis • Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and software. • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Proven ability to manage and lead diverse project teams. • Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities. • Result-oriented approach with a track record of successful project delivery.Job tags
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