Technical Project Lead – Data & AI

About the role

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Project Lead to drive end‑to‑end delivery of Data, Analytics, Governance and AI initiatives. The role requires strong ownership of project planning, execution, governance and closure while collaborating with business units, IT teams and external partners.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle from planning to closure, ensuring delivery against scope, timeline and budget.
• Engage and align multiple stakeholders across business units, IT, and external vendors.
• Apply Agile methodologies, manage sprints, backlogs and track progress using JIRA.
• Facilitate Project Review Working Groups, providing timely updates, risk mitigation and decision support.
• Coordinate vendors, monitor adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Track project dependencies, risks, issues and escalations across workstreams.
• Ensure successful delivery of Data, Analytics, Governance and AI initiatives aligned with business objectives.

Required profile

• Minimum 12 years of experience managing large‑scale Data and AI projects, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and deliver programs under tight timelines.
• Experience in vendor coordination and multi‑workstream governance.
• Strong communication, leadership and vendor‑management skills.
• Availability to support immediate project timelines.

Required skills

• Agile project management
• JIRA
• Data platforms
• Analytics ecosystems
• AI‑driven solutions