Senior IT Project Manager

Our client, a highly respected financial services organization, is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to join their team. Responsibilities Lead complex IT projects through the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, implementation, and closure. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing scope, timelines, resources, budgets, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, status reporting, and executive-level communications. Partner closely with business stakeholders, architects, developers, technical teams, and external partners to drive successful delivery. Support technology initiatives including software development, system implementations, data migration, cybersecurity, and other IT projects. Drive project governance, stakeholder alignment, risk management, and effective decision‑making. Ensure projects follow established project management methodologies, SDLC processes, and organizational governance standards. Ensure alignment with regulatory, compliance, and risk requirements. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the Project Management organization. Provide informal mentorship and knowledge sharing to other Project Managers. Qualifications 10+ years of IT Project Management experience; preferred candidates with strong relevant experience may be considered. Proven experience managing complex technology projects within an IT environment. Experience supporting software development, system implementations, data migration, cybersecurity, or other technology initiatives. Banking, financial services, or other regulated industry experience strongly preferred. Strong understanding of SDLC processes and ability to partner effectively with technical teams. Strong Waterfall project management experience required; Agile experience is a plus. Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities and complex dependencies. Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project and Azure DevOps. Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and executive leadership. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and drive accountability. Professional presence with strong executive communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr THE PANTHER GROUP