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Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Contract Duration: 12 months
Industry: Banking

Role Overview:
A leading bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience managing cross-functional projects in the banking industry, with a strong understanding of banking operations, technology, security, and compliance. This role requires fluency in both Arabic and English.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and lead cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring efficient scope management.
• Manage project budgets and control costs within allocated financial constraints.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
• Utilize project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and tools (MS Project, JIRA, Trello) to drive project success.
• Ensure seamless integration of banking IT systems, including core banking platforms and payment gateways.
• Lead cross-functional teams, assign tasks, and maintain team morale.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, clients, and technical teams.
• Negotiate terms with vendors or stakeholders and resolve conflicts.
• Make strategic and timely decisions under pressure, ensuring project outcomes meet business needs.
• Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring attention to detail and accuracy in execution.

Key Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 10 years as a Project Manager, preferably in a banking environment.
• Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Banking Knowledge: Familiarity with banking products (e.g., loans, credit cards, retail banking), operations, and regulatory standards (Basel III, AML).
• Risk & Compliance: Knowledge of risk management and compliance standards in the banking sector.
• Project Management Skills:
  • Planning and organizational abilities.
  • Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and time management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Expertise: Understanding of banking IT systems and platforms.
• Soft Skills: Team leadership, adaptability, attention to detail, and stakeholder management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or similar).
• Experience with cross-border or multi-regional banking projects.