Senior Programme Manager

Senior Programme Manager (Banking) – Contracting Position

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid – 3 days on-site, 2 remote per week – non-negotiable)
Contract Type: 6-Month Rolling Contract

Stelfox is hiring for one of our key clients in Dublin, seeking a Senior Programme Manager. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact delivery projects while also providing business analysis and PMO support across large-scale programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme Management & Delivery

• Build and manage relationships with business project managers and stakeholders.
• Develop delivery plans, budgets, and governance materials.
• Track and report on RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies).
• Resolve conflicts and ensure alignment across teams.
• Ensure project artefacts meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Collaborate with Scrum Masters and delivery teams to maintain progress and accountability.

Process Improvement

• Support and execute initiatives to improve delivery processes and methodologies.

Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering

• Work closely with developers, testers, and business stakeholders.
• Gather and document functional and non-functional requirements.
• Produce detailed project artefacts and test strategies.
• Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams.
• Participate in testing and validation activities.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, with 3+ years in business analysis.
• Proven track record in delivering complex projects within financial services.
• Strong understanding of financial products, business processes, and terminology.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and software development lifecycles.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Degree/master’s or equivalent experience.

Bonus Skills:

• Hands-on experience with software development or technical delivery.
• Familiarity with test case design and execution.
• Experience preparing governance packs and executive-level reporting.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Please note:

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