What We Do
We are a global software and professional services company serving the financial industry, with offices in the UK, USA, Germany, Brazil, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Bangladesh. We specialize in working with investment banks to automate the issuance process for structured products.

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team in the Frankfurt. This role involves leading the development and delivery of customer-facing applications for key financial partners. As a Project Manager, you will oversee complex projects, manage cross-functional teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative and secure solutions. Your expertise in financial solutions within SaaS platforms will be critical to your success.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end management of large-scale, complex projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.

• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-level executives, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout project lifecycles.

• Strategic Planning: Develop project strategies that align with regulatory requirements and business goals while driving operational efficiency.

• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Team Coordination: Oversee cross-functional teams (development, design, operations) to achieve project milestones and deliverables.

• Budget Oversight: Monitor project budgets to ensure financial constraints are met while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Reporting & Documentation: Provide detailed project updates to senior management and clients through reports and presentations.

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Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing large-scale projects in financial services or investment banking.

• Proven expertise in SaaS platform development and implementation.

• Strong knowledge of investment products (e.g., derivatives) and regulated environments.

• Demonstrated ability to manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

• Exceptional organizational skills for resource planning and deadline management.

• Advanced communication and negotiation skills for managing expectations across diverse teams.

• Proficiency in risk management practices and testing methodologies.

• Familiarity with security standards in application development.
  
Fluency in English is required; German or French or Spanish would be an add on.
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Preferred Skills

• Experience with Agile project management methodologies.

• Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex financial data.

Leadership qualities to inspire teams and foster collaboration.

If you are a seasoned professional ready to take on a challenging role in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply today!

WSD is an employer that values diversity. We highly encourage applications from appropriately qualified and eligible candidates irrespective of age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.