About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, goal-oriented IT Project Manager to lead IT projects from initiation through successful delivery. This role requires strong experience working with Agile development teams (Scrum and Kanban), a solid understanding of development technologies, and the ability to manage the full project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will ensure projects align with business objectives, are delivered on time, and remain within scope and budget.
Responsibilities
•Plan, manage, and deliver IT projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring on-time, on scope, and on-budget execution.
•Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
•Collaborate closely with cross-functional development teams to prioritize work, remove blockers, and maintain alignment with business goals.
•Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, product owners, and development teams to ensure clear communication and alignment on project objectives and progress.
•Monitor project performance, manage risks, and provide regular status updates, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
•Promote continuous improvement by implementing best practices, process enhancements, and lessons learned within the Agile framework.
•Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure high-quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
•Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including plans, schedules, and progress reports, for ongoing and future reference.
•Apply industry knowledge, when applicable, to support regulatory compliance and understanding of financial systems and processes.
Requirements
•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, Business, or a related field.
•Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, including hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban).
•Proven experience managing complex IT projects across the full project lifecycle.
•Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
•Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Nice to Have
•Experience in the financial services industry or other regulated environments is preferred.
•Agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, or equivalent.
•Knowledge of financial services regulations and industry-specific challenges.
•Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
•Experience with change management and adapting project plans to evolving business needs.
Conditions
No conditions specified in the posting.
