Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Delivery Project Manager
to lead the execution of a large, Tier-1 banking implementation (Cheque
Clearing) for a UAE bank.
The role requires strong client-facing leadership, delivery governance, and
scope control in regulated banking environments.
This is a critical delivery role on a high-visibility
program.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery & Client Management
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Own
end-to-end delivery of the ICCS 3.0 implementation
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Lead
and manage large, multi-disciplinary internal and external teams, ensuring
clear ownership, coordination, and accountability across all delivery
stream
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Act
as the primary client-facing delivery lead
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Manage
timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risks
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Chair
delivery governance and steering meetings
Scope & Control
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Ensure
strict adherence to the agreed scope and change control process
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Prevent
scope creep and manage change requests with commercial awareness
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Work
closely with internal product and engineering teams to align delivery
commitments
Planning & Execution
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Own
the detailed project plan and execution roadmap
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Manage
progress, RAID items, and delivery KPIs
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Ensure
issues are escalated early with clear mitigation plans
Stakeholder Management
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Coordinate
across product, engineering, QA, and operations teams
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Work
with senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery
alignment
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Maintain
clear, structured communication with the client at all times
Requirements
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8–12+
years of experience delivering core banking, payments, and cheque clearing
platforms
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Experience
working with Central Bank–regulated implementations
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Experience
working with Tier-1 banks in the UAE or GCC
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Proven
ability to manage large, complex, regulated programs
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Strong
client-facing presence and communication skills
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Experience
managing scope, change control, and delivery governance
