Project Manager – Cards Banking Domain

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager for a leading bank in the UAE with strong background in Cards Management and hands-on experience delivering end-to-end

projects within Cards and Payments portfolio. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in the banking sector within the UAE, with a solid understanding of both

technical and functional requirements, ensuring compliance with banking standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the successful end-to-end delivery and execution of projects within card business domain.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and vendors, ensuring seamless coordination.
• Manage project lifecycles, including requirements gathering, functional specs, process flow mapping, testing, and implementation.
• Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, involving relevant stakeholders as needed.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones for successful execution.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Facilitate collaboration between technical teams and business units and relevant stakeholders for smooth implementation.
• Provide regular project status updates, dashboards, and reports to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations throughout the project execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Project Management, Engineering, Technology, or related).
• 10-15 years of banking industry experience with a proven track record in project management and delivery of complex projects within Cards Technology domain.
• Strong expertise in Card Management Systems (CMS).
• Proven ability to manage schedules, resources, and budgets while delivering high-quality projects.
• Experience working with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of SDLC, IT infrastructure, systems integration, and payments architecture (i.e. CMS, Payment Gateway, Core Banking, Fraud Detection,

Authorization, Clearing & Settlement).

• Vendor management experience, including coordination with third-party providers and IT teams.
• Knowledge of UAE banking regulations and Consumer Protection Regulations (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Fluent in English.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and risk management abilities.
• Domain expertise in cards technology.
• Technical proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent in project management are highly desirable