Senior Project Manager - Somerset West Area

Recruiter:

Prosperity Placements

Job Ref:

Senior PM

Date posted:

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Are you a Senior Project Manager with experience in the Financial Services or Fintech industry?

POSITION INFO:

A high-impact opportunity for a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives within the financial services sector.

A leading financial services environment is seeking an exceptional Senior Project Manager to drive the successful delivery of strategic, large-scale projects.

This role calls for a dynamic leader who can navigate complexity, structure ambiguity, and deliver measurable business outcomes in a fast-paced, evolving landscape.

The Opportunity

This is not a traditional project management role. You will be at the forefront of driving business-critical initiatives, working across cross-functional teams, and engaging with senior stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence.

You’ll be responsible for translating complex challenges into clear execution plans while maintaining a strong balance between governance, agility, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Delivery

Decompose complex initiatives into structured phases, workstreams, and deliverables
Develop and manage end-to-end project plans, including scope, timelines, and resources
Drive execution with a strong focus on outcomes and business value, not just task completion

Execution & Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope
Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable team culture
Maintain momentum and energy throughout the project lifecycle

Governance & Risk Management

Implement and manage robust governance frameworks
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks proactively
Provide clear reporting, insights, and escalation to senior leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation
Act as the central point of contact, managing expectations and priorities
Oversee vendor relationships and third-party deliverables

Agile & Adaptive Delivery

Apply a blended approach of traditional and agile methodologies
Operate effectively in ambiguity and pivot when required without losing focus on outcomes

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or a related field
7+ years’ Project Management experience, including 3+ years at a senior level
Proven track record delivering large-scale, complex projects
Experience within banking, fintech, or financial services (highly advantageous)
Strong knowledge of project methodologies (PMP, PRINCE II, SAFe®, PMI-ACP® beneficial)
Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or Azure DevOps

Key Competencies

Inspiring, high-energy leadership style
Strong delivery focus with a results-driven mindset
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in fast-changing environments
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Decisive, accountable, and solution-oriented

Why Consider This Role?

Work on high-impact, strategic projects within financial services
Join a fast-growing, innovative environment
Exposure to senior leadership and key decision-making forums
Hybrid working model with flexibility
Strong focus on growth, innovation, and continuous improvement

Interested?

If you are a driven Senior Project Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in a high-performance environment, we would like to hear from you.

Submit your CV via Prosperity Placements for a confidential discussion.

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