Implementation Project Manager – BIN Migration & ICCP/Smart Data

Engagement details:

• Job Title: Implementation Project Manager – BIN Migration & ICCP/Smart Data
• Client: Global Cards & Payments Firm
• End-client: Financial services firm
• Employment type: Initial 12-month contract with strong potential for extension
• Location: Onsite in Doha, Qatar
• Experience level: 8-10 years

Role Overview:

Our client, a Global Cards & Payments firm, is engaged with a financial services firm in Qatar and is seeking to onboard an Implementation Project Manager (BIN Migration & ICCP/Smart Data) to lead the end-to-end implementation of BIN migration projects, ICCP and ICMP onboarding, and Smart Data enablement, including upgrade and migration to CDF3 standards. The individual will be responsible for ensuring compliance, technical integration, and successful delivery within agreed timelines.

The candidate must possess technical knowledge of BIN setup, card issuance, transaction lifecycle and advanced project management skills (Agile/Waterfall)

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones for BIN implementation and CDF3 migration.
• Coordinate cross-functional technical teams and vendors to ensure smooth execution.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, banks, Scheme, and third-party vendors.
• Facilitate communication, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts effectively.

Requirements Gathering & Analysis

• Collaborate with business analysts and technical teams to define BIN and ICCP requirements.
• Ensure alignment with compliance regulations and Scheme specifications.

Technical Oversight

• Provide guidance on BIN-related technical aspects (card issuance, authorization, transaction processing).
• Work closely with IT teams for seamless integration and configuration.

Quality Assurance & Testing

• Oversee testing phases (MTF, PROD) to validate BIN functionality and CDF upgrades.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards and best practices.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, risk logs, and lessons learned.
• Deliver regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Post-Implementation Support

• Provide technical support for onboarding corporates on ICCP and Smart Data platforms.
• Assist client product teams with configuration and troubleshooting.

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Management.
• PMP or Prince2 certification (mandatory for most market roles).
• Minimum 8 years in project management within financial services or payments industry.
• Proven experience in BIN migration, ICCP configuration, and CDF upgrades.
• Strong understanding of Corporate/B2B payment systems and card processing.
• Familiarity with Smart Data, MDES, and ICCP onboarding processes.
• Advanced project management skills (Agile/Waterfall).
• Technical knowledge of BIN setup, card issuance, and transaction lifecycle.
• Risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with Scheme platforms (ICCP, Smart Data, MDES).
• Knowledge of API integration and batch processing.
• Familiarity with ISO 8583 messaging standards.