Job Title : Project Manager - Digital Wallet (PMO)
Term : 12 months
Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (KSA)
Division : Cards
Reports to : TBC
PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
As the Project Manager - Digital Wallet, you are a highly skilled and an experienced PMO professional to join our digital wallet division. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in driving the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of strategic initiatives within the team. The role requires excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of digital wallet operations.
Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities :
- Understand and assess business needs across the digital wallet business to align project objectives with strategic goals
- Lead the planning and coordination of projects and initiatives, including defining scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables
- Manage project execution, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of initiatives while monitoring risks and dependencies
- Prioritise initiatives based on business impact and resource availability, ensuring alignment with the overall strategy
- Function as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders (business units, IT, operations, compliance, etc.) to ensure cross-functional coordination and alignment
- Analyse wallet portfolio performance and generate forecasts and projections to support business decisions
- Provide regular, concise, and insightful executive-level reporting on project status, key challenges, and potential impacts
- Develop and maintain dashboards, trackers, and documentation for all key projects and initiatives
Knowledge and Experience :
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related fieldsStrong understanding of digital wallets, backed by a minimum of 57 years of relevant experience. Previous experience with big four firms is strongly preferredProven ability to manage multiple, complex initiatives simultaneously under tight deadlinesStrong proficiency in PowerPoint for executive presentations and Excel for data analysisExcellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends into actionable insights.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levelsDetail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive in problem-solvingMandatory Skills :
Previous experience within Banking, Payment & Card solutions, or the FinTech industryRegional experience across the GCCExcellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantagePreferred Skills :
An understanding of payment systems, digital platforms, APIs, system workflows, security basics, and industry technologiesAn understanding of regional regulations across financial services or payment networks