Lead full lifecycle implementation of core banking solutions
Define project scope, timelines, and success metrics
Act as the primary point of contact for customer engagements
Coordinate internal teams, partners, and vendors
Manage data migration, integration, and deployment activities
Monitor project performance and report on progress
Identify and mitigate risks and ensure compliance
Support business development and contribute to proposals
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field
10+ years in IT project/program management
5+ years managing core banking implementations
Experience with platforms such as Temenos, Oracle, or Finacle
Strong knowledge of SaaS, cloud, APIs, and digital banking
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Certifications such as PMP, Prince2, or ITIL are a plus
Work Environment:
A hybrid working model with some travel based on project needs
Collaboration with global teams and customers
Why Join Us?
Work on high-impact projects with leading financial institutions
Be part of a collaborative and innovative team
Opportunities for growth and professional development
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:
Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
Recognition : Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.
Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!
Benefits
Paid time off
Additional Information
Who are we?
At Finastra, we're a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what's next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world's top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Universal Banking team. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of complex banking transformation projects using Finastra's core banking solutions.
You will manage SaaS, cloud, and on-prem implementations, working closely with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes.
Finastra · Lisbon, Portugal