Senior Project Manager

Job summary

The Senior Project Manager will lead end-to-end initiatives in financial crime compliance, ensuring alignment with global regulatory standards. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project scope, budgets, and technology implementations across multiple regions.

Job details

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex, cross-functional initiatives in the Financial Crime Compliance domain. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud Prevention, and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects across multiple regions and technology platforms. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project management for AML and Fraud-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards. Collaborate with global stakeholders across Compliance, Risk, Technology, Operations, and Business units to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks across multiple geographies and time zones. Drive the implementation of technology solutions for transaction monitoring, case management, fraud detection, and regulatory reporting. Ensure effective communication and reporting to senior leadership and regulatory bodies as required. Facilitate cross-functional workshops and governance forums to ensure stakeholder alignment and timely decision-making. Monitor and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation when necessary. Stay current with global regulatory developments in financial crime compliance and integrate best practices into project planning and execution. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s or PMP certification preferred). 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in financial crime compliance (AML, Fraud, Sanctions, etc.). Strong understanding of global AML and fraud regulatory frameworks (e.g., BSA/AML, FATF, OFAC, FinCEN). Experience managing projects involving data analytics, machine learning, or financial crime detection technologies. Proven ability to manage complex, multi-region projects with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, and Agile/Waterfall methodologies. Preferred Skills: Experience with financial crime platforms (e.g., Actimize, SAS, FICO, NICE, ACI). Knowledge of KYC/CDD processes and regulatory reporting systems. Multilingual capabilities or experience working in multicultural environments. Must speak French Matrix Global Services is a leading multinational corporation that provides innovative and comprehensive solutions in technology, consulting, and outsourcing. With a history of over 30 years, Matrix has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses across various industries, consistently delivering exceptional results. We're a network of firms in 10+ countries with over 13,000 people. At Matrix, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of our clients. Our team of highly skilled professionals is adept at understanding complex business challenges and tailoring solutions that drive sustainable growth and profitability. Our wide range of services includes cutting-edge technology solution services, strategic consulting, digital transformation, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and managed services. Whether it's developing customized software applications, streamlining business processes, implementing robust IT infrastructure, or managing complex projects, our expertise and industry knowledge enable us to deliver value-added solutions that meet each client's unique requirements. Come and join a winning team! You'll be challenged, have fun, and be a part of a highly respected organization! Matrix offers a competitive base salary and a complete benefit package. Benefits include medical, dental, 401K, STD, HSA, and PTO. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Matrix is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Matrix are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in our locations. Matrix will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Matrix encourages applicants of all ages. Requirements null

What you’ll do

The Senior Project Manager will lead end-to-end initiatives in financial crime compliance, ensuring alignment with global regulatory standards. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project scope, budgets, and technology implementations across multiple regions.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 8 years of project management experience, with a minimum of 5 years specifically in financial crime compliance. A bachelor's degree is required, and proficiency in French is mandatory for this role.

Benefits

• Medical • Dental • 401k • Short-term disability • Health savings account • Paid time off

Listed skills

• French · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• Machine learning · Preferred
• Agile · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project management
• Anti-money laundering
• Fraud prevention
• Regulatory compliance
• Stakeholder management
• Risk management
• Data analytics
• Machine learning
• Financial crime detection
• Jira
• Confluence
• Ms project
• Agile
• Waterfall
• French
• Kyc
• Fraud Prevention
• Atlassian Confluence
• Know Your Customer
• Project Scoping
• Transaction Monitoring
• Waterfall Methodology
• Compliance Risk
• Effective Communication
• Regulatory Frameworks
• Technology Solutions
• Digital Transformation
• IT Infrastructure
• Fraud Detection
• Agile Methodology
• Data Analysis
• Budgeting
• JIRA
• Bank Secrecy Act
• Multilingualism
• Corporate Finance
• Business Process
• Case Management
• Decision Making
• Cloud Computing
• Communication
• Regulatory Compliance
• Information Technology Consulting
• Information Technology
• Consulting
• Criminal Investigation
• Cyber Security
• Project Planning
• Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
• French Language

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Technology
• Consulting
• Security & Safety
• Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists