Cards Systems Project Manager

About the job Cards Systems Project ManagerRole- Cards Systems Project ManagerLocation- DubaiTerm- 12 monthsDivision- CardsReports to- Head of Cards TechnologyRelevant experience- 8-10 years experience in Cards TechnologyMandatory requirements- English (Arabic is a plus), Technical Cards System & Technology Project Management, Preferred: Knowledge of UAE local regulations and Consumer Protection Regulations, particularly in relation to digital onboarding processesTasksCore Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesDesign, deliver, and execute projects related to a digital onboarding system for new cards acquisition.Act as project manager for strategic projects, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.Ensure compliance with relevant SDLC processes including requirement gathering, developing functional specifications, process flow mapping, testing, and implementation.Resolve bottlenecks by involving relevant internal and external stakeholders.Provide periodic updates to client management.Act as a bridge between technical team and Product/Business teams to ensure smooth implementation.Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones for implementation projects.Coordinate activities across technical teams, ensuring smooth execution.Monitor progress, identify risks, and proactively address issues.KPIsBudget adherenceQuality of deliverablesKnowledge and ExperienceBachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., project management, engineering, technology)7 years+ of experience in project management, with a focus on end-to-end project management of complex digital technology projects within the banking / payments domainStrong experience with Card Management Systems (CMS) and Straight Through Processing (STP)Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholdersStrong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and manage project risksExperience managing schedules and resources, with a focus on delivering projects on time to the required quality standards.Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project).Strong understanding of the SDLC and operational elements of IT/Release management within a Banking domainUnderstanding of IT infrastructure and systems integration.Understanding of all systems in a Payments architecture Card Management System (CMS), Payment Gateway, Core Banking Fraud Detection, Authorization, Clearing and Settlement and Network Infrastructure.Experience in coordinating with third-party vendors and IT teams.Preferred: Knowledge of UAE local regulations and Consumer Protection Regulations, particularly in relation to digital onboarding processesMandatory SkillsProficiency in English (Arabic is a plus)Domain experience in cards technology (especially straight through processing and virtual cards technology)#J-18808-Ljbffr