Senior Project Manager

Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

Employment Type




Contract

Experience




8 to 25 years

Salary




Negotiable

Job Published




22 October 2025

Job Reference No.




2013716068


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PBT Group is seeking aProject Managerto lead the successful delivery of complex and high-impact projects within a dynamic financial services environment. The successful candidates will provide strategic direction, ensure governance and control, and oversee project execution from initiation to closure. This includes managing budgets, resources, timelines, and stakeholder relationships across multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities



Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring outcomes align with business objectives. Develop, implement, and monitor detailed project plans, budgets, and resourcing strategies. Apply strong governance and change management principles throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution and integration of deliverables. Manage stakeholder relationships at all levels, providing clear communication and progress updates. Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies proactively. Drive adoption of best practices in project delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience



Bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Project Management, Business, or related field. 8+ years' experience managing large, complex programmes or projects within

financial services or digital banking environments

. Proven expertise in project methodologies such as

Agile, SAFe, Scrum, PRINCE2, or PMBOK

. Strong understanding of governance, risk, and quality management principles. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels. Strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and business cases.

Personal Attributes



Strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision-making skills. Excellent interpersonal and facilitation abilities. High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Collaborative, adaptable, and delivery-focused.

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Skills


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Financial ServicesDigitalBankingAgilePRINCE2PMBOKProject ManagementIT Governance Risk & ComplianceIT RiskQuality Management Systems

Industries


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Financial Services

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1566042
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned