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We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex initiatives within our Capital Markets consulting practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing cross-functional projects for clients in investment banking, trading, asset management, or financial market infrastructure. You will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle – from initiation through execution to delivery – ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance.
Please note: Working 3 days from the office in Leopardstown, South County Dublin is required.
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale projects across Capital Markets domains (e.g., front office trading platforms, risk systems, post-trade processing, regulatory change)
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of business objectives and project deliverables
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams
Develop detailed project plans, manage budgets, allocate resources, and track project performance
Mitigate risks and resolve issues effectively, escalating where appropriate
Facilitate regular status meetings, updates, and reporting to executive stakeholders
Coordinate across business units, operations, and technology teams to ensure successful delivery
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., MiFID II, Basel III, Dodd-Frank, EMIR) where applicable
Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and best practice development within the consulting team
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, or related field
8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in Capital Markets or Financial Services
Proven experience delivering consulting or client-facing projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of Capital Markets products (equities, fixed income, derivatives), trade lifecycle, and financial instruments
Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are highly desirable
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, Confluence, or similar
Nice to have
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, including front office, technology, risk, compliance, and operations
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Comfortable working in matrixed teams and managing offshore or distributed teams
Experience working with financial services clients in a consulting or professional services capacity
We offer
EPAM Group life assurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management, Information Technology, and Business Development
Industries
Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting
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