Project Manager

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Fiserv, a worldwide leader in financial technology and payments, is seeking a Project Manager to steer complex client initiatives. The company powers the movement of money and information across banks, merchants, corporations and consumers, handling millions of transactions daily. In this role you will report to the Programme Director or Programme Manager and be accountable for the full lifecycle of projects that support defined business outcomes, managing resources, budgets and timelines while ensuring delivery meets Fiserv's high standards for reliability and security. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will centre on planning, governing and delivering projects from inception to hand‑over. You will define project briefs, set client expectations, and establish governance structures aligned with Fiserv's methodology. The role requires you to develop resource, cost and schedule estimates, create high‑level plans and coordinate cross‑functional teams, including internal specialists, client stakeholders and third‑party partners. Throughout the project you will maintain the overall plan, monitor risks, issues and dependencies, and produce regular status reports for sponsors and stakeholders. You will also organise governance forums, manage change requests, and ensure that all deliverables meet quality, budget and timeline criteria. As the project draws to a close, you will secure final approvals, compare estimated versus actual costs, and facilitate a smooth transition to business‑as‑usual operations. The advert does not specify any mandatory qualifications, years of experience, language proficiency, certifications or technical licences. Consequently, there are no explicit must‑have requirements listed for this position. Preferred attributes include the ability to lead matrixed teams, coordinate across multiple workstreams, and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external parties. Experience in managing large‑scale fintech or payments projects would be advantageous, as would familiarity with Fiserv's project governance framework and the capacity to provide out‑of‑hours support during critical milestones. The role offers exposure to global‑scale initiatives and the chance to influence the delivery of services that affect millions of daily transactions. What the role asks for: