IT Project Manager (Banking Compliance AML/CFT, FATF, OFAC)

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues
• Continually manage stakeholder expectations through governance processes
• Deliver appropriate and effective executive level communication
• Provide status reporting regarding milestones, deliverables, dependencies, communicating across leadership and business stakeholders
• Manage a portfolio of complex initiatives that span one or multiple lines of business
• Own the full project life cycle end to end
• Ensure the program is aligned to and supports strategic objectives
• Prepare detailed project plan for all phases of the project
• Manage the day-to-day project activities, including project management working and steering committees
• Understand interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs
• Monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables
• Ensure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Has 10-15 years of work experience in Banking industry;
• 10+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on IT systems related to financial compliance, risk management, or AML/CFT;
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and frameworks, including FATF, OFAC, and local regulatory bodies;
• Proven experience in managing large, complex IT projects in a financial institution or similar regulated environment;
• Experience with AML/CFT systems and technologies, including transaction monitoring software, sanctions screening, and customer due diligence platforms;
• Strong project management skills, including proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA and others);
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders;
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to AML/CFT;
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiations