Description

About the job PROJECT/PROGRAM MANAGERS - BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES

We are seeking experienced Project and Program Managers within Banking and Financial Services for 12 Month Contracts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

This role focuses on designing and delivering innovative banking solutions, ensuring alignment between business and technology functions.

We are seeking experienced Project and Program Managers to lead a portfolio of high-impact transformation initiatives across our organization. This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex programs and projects, ensuring they align with the organization's transformation objectives and deliver measurable value.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of programs and projects within the assigned portfolio, ensuring strategic alignment and timely execution.
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of project managers to drive excellence in delivery standards, reporting, and governance.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to define scope, prioritize initiatives, and foster strong engagement.
• Monitor and report on portfolio performance, including risks, issues, dependencies, and financial utilization.
• Participate in portfolio planning sessions, resource allocation, and demand forecasting with planning and benefit realization teams.
• Provide executive-level insights, regular updates, and performance metrics to the Head of Delivery Office and senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering (Masters preferred).
• Professional certification such as PMP, PgMP, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• 5-15 years of experience in program or project management, with at least 5 years overseeing complex portfolios or large-scale programs.
• Proven track record in banking, financial services, or other regulated industries.

Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in portfolio governance, stakeholder management, and strategic resource planning.
• Proficiency with portfolio management tools and reporting platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and resolve conflicts in high-stakes delivery environments.
• Strategic thinker with strong operational execution capabilities.

Domain Expertise (Preferred)

• Corporate B2B Solutions
• Cloud Oracle ERP implementations
• Supply Chain Financing platforms
• Trade AI solutions
• Billing & Revenue Engines
• Treasury Transformation programs
• Operational Transformation initiatives

Vertical:

Technology