Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory - OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Financial Services Project Manager leads the delivery of projects within the financial services sector (banking, insurance, fintech…etc.). The role ensures solutions are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with regulatory and business objectives. This role is responsible for managing project planning, governance, and cross-functional teams across a range of technology initiatives—including software development, systems integration, digital enablement, and regulatory compliance. The Project Manager collaborates closely with business, technology, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and continuous improvement. Responsibilities & Accountabilities Delivery Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery of financial services technology projects (core banking upgrades, digital channels, payments, regulatory tech…etc.) Define and monitor scope, schedules, budgets, and quality metrics using hybrid models (Agile–Waterfall), embedding regulatory and audit requirements. Coordinate development, testing, deployment, data migration, and change management with different work streams. Govern releases with clear entry/exit criteria per stage (e.g., SIT, System Integration, UAT, cutover/migration), ensuring dependency and risk tracking. Enforce security, data privacy, and sector QA standards throughout delivery. Governance & Reporting Support the setup of project governance tailored to financial services, tracking milestones, dependencies, risks/issues, and KPIs. Operate weekly status meetings and management reporting; prepare steering committee packs and executive updates. Manage dashboards in Jira/Azure DevOps/Power BI with views for delivery, risk, and regulatory readiness. Ensure compliance with PwC delivery quality, documentation, and audit evidence requirements. Stakeholder & Team Leadership Manage stakeholders across business, Technical workstreams, and vendors Integrate with Enterprise PMO to align with broader transformation portfolios. Value & Continuous Improvement Drive process re-engineering and product portfolio rationalization initiatives to improve efficiency and Client experience. Identify improvements to delivery tooling, controls, and ways of working in FS context. Contribute to proposals and thought leadership in Digital & FS Transformation. Required Professional Experience 8–12 years managing technology or transformation projects; 5+ years in financial services preferred. Proven track record delivering complex programs (e.g., core banking upgrades, digital transformation, regulatory change) in consulting, system integration, or enterprise IT environments. Consulting or enterprise financial services delivery background. Required SkillsOptional SkillsAccepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Process Improvement, Change Control Processes, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Costing, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Kanban (Project Management), Learning Agility, Optimism, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Mapping, Process Standardization, Professional Courage {+ 28 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?NoJob Posting End Date