IT Project Manager; Germany

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Founded in 2002, Cube Match is a global financial services consulting firm delivering complex programmes across strategy, technology, digital and innovation. With over 400 employees worldwide, the firm is known for its hands‑on approach, strong client partnerships and consistent delivery of impactful, lasting results. Despite its global presence, Cube Match remains proudly people‑driven, with a flat structure that empowers individuals to contribute, lead and shape the company’s direction.

The culture is entrepreneurial, collaborative and diverse, fostering innovation, continuous learning and professional growth. At Cube Match, joining us means more than taking on a role — it means becoming part of a story we are building together.

Cube Match is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager on key initiatives including the connection to a new SWIFT Service Bureau and the SWIFT CSP Assessment 2026. The role involves leading the planning, execution, and governance of complex IT projects within the payments and SWIFT environment, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget while complying with regulatory and security standards.

The successful candidate will manage project delivery, oversee testing and quality assurance activities, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and engage with senior stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and operational readiness of SWIFT‑related solutions.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of SWIFT‑related IT projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, budget, and quality objectives.
• Develop and manage project plans, milestones, resources, and budgets, ensuring effective project governance and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress, risks, issues, and change requests, implementing mitigation strategies where necessary.
• Provide regular status reporting and updates to project stakeholders and steering committees.
• Manage and coordinate cross‑functional project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Oversee test management activities, including defining test strategies, coordinating test environments, and monitoring test execution.
• Lead defect management and quality assurance processes, ensuring resolution of issues and readiness for release approvals.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide Go/No‑Go recommendations for software releases based on quality metrics.
• Ensure smooth implementation, release, and transition to operations, including supporting change management and user adoption.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to support SWIFT integration and security compliance initiatives.

• 5+ years of experience managing IT projects in the banking sector, ideally within payments or SWIFT environments.
• Strong knowledge of project management, requirements management, and change management.
• Experience with test management and quality assurance processes in complex IT projects.
• Proven ability to manage project planning, budgets, resources, and milestones.
• Familiarity with SWIFT connectivity or SWIFT CSP security requirements is advantageous.
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, or Spira.
• Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMI, IPMA) or Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum Master, PSM, CSM, ICP).
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

• Being part of a team that values integrity and ethical conduct above all else.
• Collaborating with colleagues who are passionate about driving innovation and positive change.
• Joining an inclusive and diverse workplace where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.
• Accessing professional development opportunities to grow and advance in your career.

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