Senior Project Manager

Job DescriptionOverall Purpose

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering complex technology and regulatory projects within the financial mortgage sector. This role ensures alignment with strategic objectives, timely execution of deliverables, and regulatory compliance, most notably through direct engagement with AIB Bank. The successful candidate will play a critical bridging role between internal technical teams and external regulatory stakeholders, ensuring end-to-end delivery transparency and quality.

What will you be doing

• Work closely with the Development Manager and development teams to ensure projects are aligned with the company's technology strategy and architectural standards.
• Oversee the development, testing, and deployment of new systems and enhancements to existing systems.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for our client, managing communications, providing project updates, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the Development Manager, developers, QAs, BAs, and other relevant parties.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across all teams
• .Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Proactively address and resolve project issues, escalating to senior management as needed.
• Develop and implement risk management plans to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines and deliverables.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project strategies aligned with organizational objectives
• Coordinating project planning, risk management, change control, and status reporting processes.
• Managing multiple project workstreams simultaneously, including both technical and business-focused projects.
• Ensuring complete documentation and audit-readiness in collaboration with compliance teams.

QualificationsExpertiseRequired Skills:

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in project management within the financial services or mortgage sector
• .Proven experience managing software development lifecycle (SDLC) projects with methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Strong background in dealing with Banking institutions, particularly the mortgage sector
• . Excellent stakeholder management (up to Board level) and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing project budgets, timelines, and resourcing plans
• .Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
• .Proficiency with project management tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Project, and/or similar

Preferred Skills

• Formal project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile Scrum Master.Familiarity with mortgage origination and servicing systems.
• Ability to develop and manage detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budget, and resource allocation.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex project issues. Ability to make sound decisions under pressure