Project Manager

SUMMARY:
New job opportunity - 12 Month contract - Intermediate to Senior Project Manager with SDLC project experience and product knowledge  - Financial Services industry experience 

Project Manager
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering technology projects and driving successful outcomes? Join a dynamic environment where you'll lead impactful software and business initiatives, collaborate with high-performing teams, and work across modern Agile and hybrid delivery frameworks. If you thrive in fast-paced project environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into successful project delivery, this opportunity is for you.
 

POSITION INFO:
New job opportunity - Intermediate to Senior Project Manager with SDLC project experience and product knowledge - Financial Services industry experience Project Manager Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering technology projects and driving successful outcomes? Join a dynamic environment where you'll lead impactful software and business initiatives, collaborate with high-performing teams, and work across modern Agile and hybrid delivery frameworks. If you thrive in fast-paced project environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into successful project delivery, this opportunity is for you. Company and Job Description: Our client is seeking experienced Intermediate to Senior Project Managers on a contract basis to support the successful delivery of business and technology projects. This hybrid opportunity offers exposure to exciting digital, software development, and enterprise transformation initiatives while working alongside Product Teams, Business Stakeholders, Developers, and Technical Specialists. You will play a key role in managing projects throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, scope, and budget. The role provides an opportunity to work within complex enterprise environments and gain exposure to innovative products, platforms, and technology solutions. Experience within Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, or Healthcare environments will be highly advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven Project Manager who enjoys stakeholder engagement, effective governance, and driving project success in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery environments. Key Responsibilities: Manage projects from initiation through to successful delivery, ensuring objectives are achieved within scope, budget, and timelines. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, resource allocations, and dependency management frameworks. Collaborate closely with Software Development, Product, Business, and Technical Teams throughout the SDLC. Facilitate stakeholder engagement, governance forums, project meetings, and status reporting. Identify, manage, and escalate project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure delivery success. Drive effective communication, change management, and stakeholder expectation management. Ensure project governance, documentation, and delivery standards are maintained. Support delivery across Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project methodologies. Job Experience & Skills Required \/ Ideal Candidate Profile: Qualifications: Relevant Project Management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, or equivalent will be advantageous. Experience: Proven experience as a Project Manager at Intermediate or Senior level. Demonstrated success managing technology and software development projects. Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Experience working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Exposure to Agile methodologies and\/or traditional project management approaches. Experience within Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, or Healthcare environments will be advantageous. Experience operating within complex enterprise environments. Skills & Competencies: Project planning and execution Stakeholder and relationship management Risk and issue management Project governance and reporting Product and project lifecycle management Agile project delivery Problem-solving and decision-making Communication and collaboration Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Apply now! For more exciting IT vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting in the following fields: Enterprise Agile Coach Agile Transformation Lead \/ Agile Change Manager Scrum & Delivery-Focused Roles Scrum Master (Senior \/ Lead) Delivery Manager \/ Iteration Manager Lean Coach DevOps Coach If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information contact: Theresa Steenkamp Key Account Manager Connect with me on LinkedIn!