Project Manager – Investment Industry

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives for a well‑established investment organisation in Pretoria. You will be responsible for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while collaborating closely with business stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets and risk registers.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitor progress and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and steering‑committee engagements.
• Drive continuous improvement of project management practices.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in investment, asset management, wealth management or broader financial services.
• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or similar) is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of project governance and delivery methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with project management tools and reporting.