IT Project Manager
PWC Dubai is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager for a critical 3-month contract (extendable) to lead and manage a large-scale banking technology merger integration or transformation program in the Middle East. Immediate starters are highly preferred.
Role: IT Project Manager
Assignment: Through PWC Dubai
Job Type: 3-month contract (extendable)
Work Location: Dubai, UAE
Start Date: Immediate to 30 days’ notice
Sector: Banking & Financial Services
Experience: 6-8 years in banking technology program management
About the Role:
You will be responsible for managing a complex, high-stakes technology integration or transformation program for a major banking client. This role requires deep expertise in banking technology ecosystems, merger integrations, and regulatory environments within the Middle East.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end project management of a large-scale banking technology merger, integration, or digital transformation program.
- Manage all aspects of the project lifecycle: planning, scoping, budgeting, execution, risk management, and reporting.
- Conduct IT ecosystem and architecture assessments and contribute to target-state definition and technology roadmap development.
- Develop and execute data migration strategies for core banking systems.
- Facilitate workshops and manage communications with senior stakeholders, including C-level executives and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure alignment between business objectives, technology delivery, and compliance requirements.
- Prepare and formalize high-quality project reports, presentations, and documentation.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 6–8 years of proven experience managing large-scale banking technology merger integrations or transformation programs within the Middle East banking sector. Experience in Jordanian banking is a strong plus.
- Strong knowledge of core banking systems, digital channels, enterprise applications, and banking control functions.
- Hands-on experience with IT architecture assessment, target-state definition, and technology master planning in regulated financial environments.
- Consulting background is highly preferred, with exceptional stakeholder management and structured problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to operate under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and align multiple competing priorities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and formal reporting skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar certification.
- Experience working with or within Big 4 consulting firms (like PWC).
- Arabic language proficiency.
What This Role Offers:
- High-impact role with a leading global consultancy on a prestigious banking project.
- Competitive contract rate, negotiable based on expertise.
- Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
- Exposure to cutting-edge banking technology challenges in a dynamic region.
How to Apply:
If you have the specific banking technology integration experience required, please submit your detailed CV with Please use the subject line: “Application: IT Project Manager – Your Name”
Only shortlisted candidates meeting the specific banking sector criteria will be contacted.
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