Information Technology Project Manager

For a major enterprise transformation project in the financial services industry, we are looking for an experienced ICT Project Manager.

Contract duration: 12 months

Start date: ASAP

Location: Zurich

Remote ratio: approx. 20%

Role Overview

In this strategic leadership role, you will drive a large-scale enterprise transformation reshaping the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) across the organization. You will act as the key connector between business and technology, leading cross-functional international teams and enabling the transition toward modern, AI-enabled software engineering practices.

If you thrive in complex transformation environments, enjoy executive stakeholder engagement, and are motivated by creating measurable enterprise-wide impact, this role offers a high level of visibility and responsibility.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead a major transformational program (CHF 15M+) to harmonize and modernize the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) across the enterprise
• Orchestrate cross-functional teams across engineering, architecture, security, risk, compliance, operations, and data/AI functions across multiple locations
• Drive executive stakeholder management and actively contribute to governance forums and steering committees
• Define and support adoption of modern engineering standards and AI-readiness in collaboration with organizational change leads
• Create momentum and engagement through structured communication, branding, and transformation events
• Own end-to-end project governance including scope, budget, timeline, risks, dependencies, and reporting
• Ensure delivery of measurable outcomes such as improved time-to-market, quality, and system resilience
• Support organizational change and transition toward modern SDLC practices (Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD, SAFe)

Your Profile:

• University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field
• Certifications required: PRINCE2, PMP, or IPMA
• 7+ years of experience in leading complex transformation or software delivery projects
• 4–6 years of experience within the banking or financial services environment
• Proven experience in large-scale organizational and digital transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and modern engineering practices
• Experience with Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, DevSecOps, CI/CD)
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Strong coordination, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience working in cross-functional, international environments

Languages:

• English: Fluent (mandatory)
• German, Spanish, or Polish: strong asset

Team & Environment:

You will join a highly international, cross-functional transformation environment with strong senior-level visibility and the mandate to shape enterprise-wide change across software engineering and technology delivery practices.