Thakral One

Project Manager (Core Banking Transformation)

Thakral One · Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

IT Services and IT Consulting · 501-1,000 employees

6 h ago
Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time Philippines
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About the role

You will lead the end-to-end delivery of a strategic core banking transformation program, managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will establish governance frameworks, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives through effective stakeholder engagement.

What they look for

Project Management Program Management Core Banking Mainframe Migration Governance Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement Budget Management Resource Allocation Agile PMP PRINCE2 Strategic Planning Vendor Management Cross-functional Leadership

Requirements

Candidates must have 12-15+ years of experience in technology project or program management with a proven track record in large-scale banking transformations. Strong expertise in core banking modernization, governance, and risk management is required, with professional certifications like PMP or PRINCE2 preferred.

Full description

As a Project Manager – Core Banking Transformation, you will lead the delivery of a strategic initiative focused on replacing legacy mainframe banking systems with modern core banking platforms. You will oversee program planning, execution, governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring successful delivery across multiple workstreams and alignment with business objectives.

What You'll Do and How You'll Succeed

Program Leadership & Delivery

  • Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of the Core Banking Transformation Program.
  • Develop and manage program plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Track project milestones and ensure timely delivery of program objectives.

Governance & Risk Management

  • Establish governance frameworks and reporting mechanisms.
  • Identify, manage, and mitigate program risks and dependencies.
  • Ensure compliance with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

  • Coordinate multiple project streams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Manage executive stakeholders, business users, vendors, and technical teams.
  • Facilitate steering committee meetings and executive reporting.

Execution & Oversight

  • Drive program execution across cross‑functional and geographically distributed teams.
  • Monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure delivery quality.

We'd Love to Hear From You If...

Experience

  • You have 12–15+ years of experience in technology project or program management.
  • You have proven experience leading large‑scale banking transformation programs.
  • You have strong knowledge of Core Banking implementation or modernisation projects.

Technical Expertise

  • You are experienced in program planning, governance, risk management, and resource allocation.
  • You are familiar with managing cross‑functional and geographically distributed teams.
  • You hold PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent certifications (preferred).

Ways of Working

  • You demonstrate excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • You collaborate effectively with executives, business users, vendors, and technical teams.
  • You are disciplined in governance and risk management.
  • You thrive in complex transformation environments and deliver results with confidence.