QE Services Recruitment 2023/2024

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Programme Manager to join them on an independent contract basis
IT / Finance

Responsibilities

• Programme Leadership
  • Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and oversight of large-scale initiatives within the Financial Services sector, emphasizing business architecture enhancements
  • Ensure alignment with organizational objectives and strategic priorities
• Business Architecture Integration
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to analyze current business processes, identify gaps, and design solutions that optimize operational efficiency, compliance, and competitiveness
  • Develop and implement tailored business architecture frameworks that drive process improvements and support growth in the financial sector
• Stakeholder Management
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with C Suite stakeholders within the Financial Services domain
  • Communicate project progress, risks, and strategic insights effectively
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate alignment throughout the project lifecycle
• Risk Management
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, actively addressing challenges that could impact project timelines, budgets, or outcomes
  • Develop robust risk management strategies to ensure successful project delivery in the dynamic financial landscape
• Change Management
  • Formulate and execute comprehensive change management plans tailored to the Financial Services industry
  • Facilitate smooth adoption of new processes, technologies, and business architecture enhancements across diverse teams and units
• M&A Expertise (Advantageous)
  • Leverage profound M&A experience to drive successful integration efforts within the Financial Services sector
  • Lead harmonization of processes, technologies, and cultures to achieve synergy and strategic objectives
• Performance Measurement
  • Define, track, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge the impact and success of business architecture initiatives
  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership and stakeholders within the Financial Services domain
• Resource Management
  • Effectively allocate and manage project resources, fostering a collaborative environment that supports project milestones
  • Mentor and guide team members, enhancing their professional growth within the Financial Services context
• Budget Oversight
  • Develop, manage, and optimize project budgets in line with financial constraints and industry standards
  • Monitor expenditures to ensure prudent resource utilization and project success

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Extensive experience successfully managing complex initiatives with significant business architecture implications within the Financial Services sector
• Proven ability to engage, influence, and communicate effectively with C Suite stakeholders in financial institutions
• Deep understanding of financial industry dynamics, regulations, and best practices
• Expertise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and integration within the Financial Services domain is highly advantageous
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in relevant methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira)
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities
• Accomplished in change management strategies and their application in the Financial Services industry
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving aptitude tailored to financial contexts

If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review.