Join our dynamic team as a Manager in IT Project Management, focusing on Finance Transformation and Strategy within the finance sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive critical initiatives and leverage enterprise technology for functional excellence and growth. If you are passionate about leading complex IT projects and possess a strong understanding of project delivery frameworks, we encourage you to apply.

As a key member of our team, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our financial operations through innovative technology solutions. This position demands a proactive leader with a proven track record in managing the software development lifecycle and fostering Agile environments.

Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle for complex IT projects, ensuring strict adherence to scope, budget, and timelines. Develop comprehensive project charters and plans, including detailed baselines for scope, budget, and schedule. Establish robust project governance, proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, and ensure effective change readiness. Provide clear, concise, and regular delivery reports and metrics to senior management and clients. Oversee project financials, track budget variances, and implement corrective actions.

Act as a servant leader and coach for multiple Agile/Scrum teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies. Guide and mentor team members on Agile principles and practices, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. Foster a culture of transparency, trust, and continuous improvement, encouraging team self-organization. Champion the adoption of DevOps practices, test automation, and CI/CD pipelines to enhance delivery efficiency and quality. Participate in and assist with larger Agile scaling frameworks like SAFe.

A minimum of 8 to 12 years of professional IT experience is required, with at least 6-8 years specifically in Project Management and Scrum Master roles. A Bachelor of Engineering/Technology (BE/BTech) is essential, and an MBA is preferred. Certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, PSM, Prince2, or SAFe are highly advantageous.

Demonstrate a solid understanding of SDLC phases and deliverables, along with project management methodologies like Waterfall and Agile. Experience with other agile, lean, and DevOps approaches (e.g., XP, Kanban, TDD, continuous integration, continuous delivery, automation) is necessary. Hands-on experience with project management tools like ADO, Monday.com, Jira, MPP, or Clarity is essential. Excellent communication, negotiation, and critical thinking skills are vital. Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization and a willingness to travel are mandatory.