Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To manage major and/or strategic projects through the application of best-practice project management skills, tools and techniques, whilst engaging with and leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable business solutions within the required parameters in terms of scope, cost and quality. The role requires strong leadership, analytical acumen and the ability to drive complex initiatives that align with organisational strategy and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end delivery of large-scale strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, agreed timelines and approved budgets.
• Drive effective stakeholder engagement and communication across all levels, including executive leadership, to maintain alignment, commitment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively identify, assess and mitigate project risks and issues, implementing robust governance and control frameworks to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Foster a culture of project management excellence through mentoring, adherence to standards and the continuous improvement of methodologies and delivery practices.

• Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management (required).
• Postgraduate Degree in Business Commerce or Project Management (preferred)

Experience Required:

• 8–10 years’ proven experience leading and delivering large-scale, strategic projects end-to-end, managing cross-functional teams and complex workstreams within defined scope, time and budget.
• Demonstrated expertise in project governance, financial management and risk mitigation, including budget forecasting, stakeholder reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement and change management, effectively influencing senior leadership, facilitating communication and driving adoption of new systems or processes.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and embed best-practice methodologies, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration and excellence in project delivery.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches, Documenting Facts
• Articulating Information, Directing People
• Embracing Change, Following Procedures
• Making Decisions, Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales, Producing Output
• Team Working, Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Project Definition
• Project Maintenance
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)
• Project Planning
• Project Reporting
• Project Resourcing