Project Director

Impetus Executive Search is a leading firm in the United Arab Emirates focused on providing top-notch recruitment services within the Financial Services sector. Our mission is to connect talented professionals with organizations where they can thrive and contribute meaningfully. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

As a Project Director at Impetus Executive Search, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing a diverse portfolio of strategic projects within the Financial Services field. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, managing stakeholder relationships, and guiding cross-functional teams towards achieving project goals effectively.

Key responsibilities include managing strategic projects related to payment solutions, collaborating closely with various internal teams and stakeholders such as product managers, R&D teams, marketing, legal, compliance, and more. You will develop detailed project plans encompassing timelines, resource allocation, risk assessments, and progress tracking. Monitoring project status, reporting key milestones and potential risks to senior management are vital aspects of this role.

To excel in this position, you should possess a BS degree in science or engineering fields (MS degree in managerial fields is a plus) along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in managing large-scale projects within the Financial Services industry. Strong project management skills including planning, execution, risk management are essential. Exceptional communication skills to influence stakeholders across all levels coupled with an analytical mindset focused on delivering business outcomes are critical for success.

If you are an experienced professional with proven leadership abilities in aligning projects with corporate strategies while managing multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail - we invite you to apply for the Project Director position at Impetus Executive Search. This role offers an exciting opportunity for mid-career professionals looking to make a significant impact within the Financial Services sector by driving continuous improvement in project delivery through effective leadership and strategic oversight. Join us in our mission to connect talent with opportunity!

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing large-scale, cross-industry projects within Financial Services field.

• - Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Ability to manage complex projects involving cross-functional teams.
• - Analytical mindset with a focus on delivering business outcomes.

Seniority Level: Executive-Level

• Senior

Job Functions: Project Management

• Project Management

Industries : Information Technology

• Financial Services