Project Manager | Compliance & Regulatory | Cape Town at IQbusiness

• We are seeking an experienced senior project manager to lead strategic compliance and regulatory initiatives.
• This role offers the opportunity to manage high-impact projects, ensuring operational readiness and regulatory alignment across complex systems and processes. You will play a pivotal role in driving the JIBAR to ZARONIA transition, engaging senior stakeholders, and delivering projects that meet stringent governance and compliance standards. This is a chance to influence critical business outcomes while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Project Leadership

• Lead the JIBAR to ZARONIA transition project, ensuring seamless implementation across systems, processes, and products.
• Align project delivery with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Allocate and optimise resources to ensure successful delivery under tight deadlines.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and ensure project success.
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues effectively, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, compliance standards, and internal policies.
• Monitor and report on project performance, risks, and compliance metrics.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead high-profile regulatory projects in the financial services sector.
• Collaborative, hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely and from our Cape Town office.
• Competitive, market-related salary with performance incentives.
• Professional development opportunities, including sponsored certifications (PMP, Prince2, Agile).
• Exposure to strategic initiatives shaping the future of financial markets.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in financial services.
• Expertise: Proven track record in delivering compliance/regulatory projects.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial services regulations, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Skills: Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Tools: Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMBOK, Prince2).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• Certifications: PMP, Prince2, or Agile certification highly desirable.

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.