Lead Project Manager

Job description / Role

Who are we?

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span lending, payments, treasury and capital markets, and universal banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to agreed deadlines and within the client's budget. This includes coordinating resources and efforts of consultants and/or third-party contractors in order to deliver projects according to plan or apply strong change control management as required. The project manager will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. At all times establish and maintain good working relationships with the client and reinforce the Finastra reputation. The project manager is also financially responsible for projects they manage.

The lead project manager is responsible for ensuring that the projects are executed in line with all contractual obligations to the client in a professional, cost-effective, and timely manner, ensuring that Finastra achieves (or improves upon) the planned financial return from the project.

Key responsibilities

Your deliverables as a lead project manager will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Produce and maintain project plans
• Manage projects end to end
• Ensure project is delivered within scope, budget, and on schedule
• Establish project governance and adhere to Finastra PM methodology
• Manage project staff and resources
• Provide effective reporting through regular project status reports and ad hoc reports as appropriate
• Direct project from beginning to end
• Define goals and support in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
• Effectively communicate with project stakeholders and team members
• Identify and resolve conflicts within project team
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path

Requirements and qualifications

• 7+ years of end-to-end project management experience
• Fluent in Arabic; native-level proficiency is highly preferred
• Experience must be with customer-facing projects and not internal to the organization
• Experience in both theoretical and practical aspects of project management
• Experience with project management techniques and tools
• Customer driven and able to work within a team environment
• Direct work experience in a project management capacity
• Previous experience successfully leading large scale innovation, growth, and continuous improvement projects in a service environment

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being: Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our employee assistance program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
• ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple diversity, equity & inclusion groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!