Senior Project Manager – Financial Services (6‑month contract)

About the role

Our client, a leading financial services organisation, is looking for a Senior Project Manager on a six‑month contract. You will lead high‑priority, cross‑functional initiatives that span technology implementation, operating model design and system selection, working closely with senior stakeholders across an international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end delivery of complex projects, ensuring they stay on time, within scope and on budget.
• Elicit and prioritise requirements from both business and technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between the two.
• Shape target operating models and manage external technology vendors, including overseeing system selection processes.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with all stakeholders and resolve issues promptly.

Required profile

• 5+ years of project management experience in financial services or consulting to financial services.
• Background in asset management or fund administration is a strong advantage.
• Proven delivery skills across people, technology and change management; agile experience is a plus.
• Degree in IT, Business Administration or a related field.
• Fluent English; German is a plus.

Required skills

• Agile project management methodology.