Senior Project Manager

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM002548/RMt

Date posted:

Monday, November 17, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

600 Hourly

SUMMARY:
Brief Description:

Are you a seasoned Senior Project Manager with deep expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud Management within the banking sector? This is your opportunity to lead multiple high-impact, fast-paced financial crime projects at a top-tier bank in Sandton on a 12-month contract!

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:

Join a leading retail bank that is committed to strengthening its financial crime prevention capabilities through innovation, technology, and regulatory compliance. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving end-to-end delivery of AML, KYC, and Fraud Management projects across the business.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, partnering with senior executives, fraud specialists, compliance teams, and technology stakeholders on mission-critical projects. If you are passionate about minimising financial crime risks, delivering high-quality project outcomes, and thriving in a high-pressure, multi-project environment—this is the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full project lifecycle for multiple AML and Fraud Management initiatives within retail banking.
Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring delivery is aligned with regulatory and business requirements.
Implement fraud detection, prevention, and mitigation solutions using industry-leading systems.
Drive change management, risk mitigation, and governance within financial crime-related programs.
Engage key stakeholders, including regulators, compliance, fraud operations, IT, and executive leadership.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field.
PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent certification (essential).
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or similar certification (advantageous).

Experience:

8+ years’ project management experience, including 5+ years in the banking sector.
Strong track record managing AML, KYC, and Fraud Management projects.
Experience with fraud and AML systems such as Actimize, SAS Fraud Management, FICO, etc.
Proven ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects concurrently.

Skills:

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
In-depth knowledge of AML/KYC regulations, Basel III, GDPR, and financial crime compliance.
Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in high-pressure environments.

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Riah Mthimunye
Researcher – Finance & IT

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