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🤖 Senior Project Manager📍 Dubai⌛ 12-month initial contract - with extensionsMy client, a huge bank here in the UAE is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on an initial 12-month contract here in Dubai:As an IT Project Manager, you will drive the successful delivery of technology projects within their Wealth and Investment Management division. You will be responsible for end-to-end project management, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory compliance, and seamless collaboration between IT and business stakeholders.Candidates must have experience in projects within Wealth & Investments within the banks, such as Equities, Trading, Derivatives, Wealth, CryptoKey Responsibilities:✔️ Lead and manage IT projects related to banking, wealth management, and investment platforms✔️ Work closely with stakeholders, business analysts, developers, and vendors to deliver solutions on time and within budget✔️ Develop detailed project plans, budgets, risk management frameworks, and progress reports✔️ Ensure projects align with regulatory requirements and banking compliance standards✔️ Drive Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies as needed for project execution✔️ Manage relationships with external vendors, fintech partners, and internal IT teams✔️ Oversee system integrations, migrations, and technology upgrades✔️ Identify and mitigate risks and dependencies across projectsWhat We're Looking For:✅ 5+ years of IT Project Management experience in banking, wealth, or investment management✅ Strong understanding of wealth management platforms, investment products, and trading systems✅ Experience managing projects involving digital transformation, cloud adoption, or core banking systems✅ Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies✅ Hands-on experience with JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, or other PM tools✅ Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (MiFID, Basel III, FCA, etc.)✅ Excellent stakeholder management, leadership, and communication skills✅ Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, CSM) is a plusPlease apply to be contacted with further information.