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Professional Services Project Manager - Core Banking

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-27 2 Locations Hybrid Banking Financial Services
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 4,500 GBP–6,500 GBP/mo

About the Company

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. Disclaimer: Finastra has signed an agreement to sell its Universal Banking business to Pollen Street Capital, with completion expected end 2026 / early 2027, subject to consultation and customary closing conditions. Upon completion, this role is expected to transition to the standalone Universal Banking business, creating opportunities to support its future growth and success. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver complex banking transformation initiatives using Finastra's cutting-edge core banking solutions. In this high-impact role, you'll collaborate with leading financial institutions, manage SaaS, cloud, and on-prem implementations, and drive success in dynamic, multinational environments.

Responsibilities

  • ● Lead full lifecycle implementation of core banking solutions
  • ● Deliver complex banking transformation projects
  • ● 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 provide clear progress reporting
  • ● Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance
  • ● Support business development and contribute to proposals

Requirements

  • ● Extensive experience in IT project and program management
  • ● Strong background in managing core banking implementations
  • ● Deep understanding of the financial services domain
  • ● Demonstrated success operating in high pressure, multinational environments
  • ● Certifications such as PMP, Prince2, or ITIL
  • ● Work Environment
  • ● Hybrid working model with global collaboration

Benefits

  • ● Work on high-impact projects with leading financial institutions
  • ● Be part of a collaborative and innovative team
  • ● Opportunities for growth and professional development
  • ● Global exposure and the chance to make a real difference in emerging markets
  • ● 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 stand for:
  • ● Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
  • ● Well being: Access confidential one to one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive-inside and outside of work.
  • ● Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.
  • ● Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
  • ● Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra-open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
  • ● Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
  • ● Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
  • ● Specific benefits may vary by location.
  • ● At Finastra, each individual is unique-bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
  • ● Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
Credential Requirements for United Kingdom
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ICAEW ACA or ACCA Qualification

ICAEW / ACCA

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Cost: GBP 2,000–5,000 Timeline: 3–5 years

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