Senior Project Manager

Company and Job Description: Join a leading retail bank that is committed to strengthening its financial crime prevention capabilities through innovation, technology, and regulatory compliance. As a Senior Project Manager , you will play a crucial role in driving end-to-end delivery of AML, KYC, and Fraud Management projects across the business. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, partnering with senior executives, fraud specialists, compliance teams, and technology stakeholders on mission-critical projects. If you are passionate about minimising financial crime risks, delivering high-quality project outcomes, and thriving in a high-pressure, multi-project environmentthis is the perfect role for you. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full project lifecycle for multiple AML and Fraud Management initiatives within retail banking. Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring delivery is aligned with regulatory and business requirements. Implement fraud detection, prevention, and mitigation solutions using industry-leading systems. Drive change management, risk mitigation, and governance within financial crime-related programs. Engage key stakeholders, including regulators, compliance, fraud operations, IT, and executive leadership. Job Experience and Skills Required: Education: Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent certification (essential). Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or similar certification (advantageous). Experience: 8 years project management experience, including 5 years in the banking sector . Strong track record managing AML, KYC, and Fraud Management projects. Experience with fraud and AML systems such as Actimize, SAS Fraud Management, FICO , etc. Proven ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects concurrently. Skills: Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. In-depth knowledge of AML/KYC regulations, Basel III, GDPR, and financial crime compliance. Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in high-pressure environments. Apply now! For more exciting IT & Banking Project Management

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 11/18/2025