Opportunity Overview

Our client, a global payments firm, is seeking an experienced Project Manager with Payments Experience to lead and oversee high-impact payment-related projects. This is a 12-month role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Project Manager will play a key role in managing the complete lifecycle of multiple payment initiatives, such as integrating payment gateways, implementing instant payment systems, and overseeing co-badging activities.

This position requires a dynamic professional with strong project management expertise, particularly within payment systems, to ensure the timely delivery of projects within budget and scope.

What You Will Be Doing

• Project Management:
• Oversee all aspects of payment-related projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Define project scope and objectives, aligning with technical feasibility and stakeholder requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using established verification techniques.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.

• Stakeholder and Vendor Coordination:
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for flawless project execution.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment and collaboration between all stakeholders for smooth project delivery.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
• Track project performance to ensure successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
• Prepare and deliver reports to upper management on project status.
• Perform risk management to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Documentation and Budgeting:
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis.

Your Background

• Experience:
• Minimum of 10 years of proven working experience in project management.
• Strong expertise in managing payment system projects is required.
• Qualifications:
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE II certification is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Skills:
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities.

Other Important Information

• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Contract Term: 12 months, with potential for extension.
• Language Requirement: Fluency in English.