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Global Outsourcing

Project Manager

Manhattan, IL · On-site

Qualifications: 5-8 years of experience managing projects with focus on Broker Dealer and Banking Operations functions. Must have experience with fixed income agent lending processes. Must have ...

Global Outsourcing

Project Manager

Manhattan, IL · On-site

Qualifications: • 5-8 years of experience managing projects with focus on Broker Dealer and Banking Operations functions. • Must have experience with fixed income agent lending processes. • ...

Knack Solutions

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

... the Bank Secrecy Act. Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, company ... Strong understanding of Project Management processes and practices * Knowledge or certification in ...

Virtusa Corporation

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Oversee end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) processing, including vendor setups and banking information ... Project Delivery, Controls & Governance Coordinate delivery management follow-ups, obtaining timely ...

Virtusa

Project Manager

Chicago, IL

Oversee end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) processing, including vendor setups and banking information ... Project Delivery, Controls & Governance Coordinate delivery management follow-ups, obtaining timely ...

Wintrust

Construction Project Manager

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$90K - $124K/yr

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management ... Small but mighty team of project/property management professionals * We believe in family first

Wintrust

Construction Project Manager

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$90K - $124K/yr

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management ... Small but mighty team of project/property management professionals * We believe in family first

HENNIG INC

Project Manager

Machesney Park, IL

Manage testing (load bank rental, fuel, fuel tanks, communication cable, 480V power, safety, etc ... Expert knowledge of prominent project management and task management tools (Microsoft Project ...

Hennig Inc

Project Manager

Machesney Park, IL · On-site

... bank rental, fuel, fuel tanks, communication cable, 480V power, safety, etc.). • Ensure customer finished good product is organized, planned and customer protocols are followed. Requirements ...

Hennig

Project Manager

Machesney Park, IL · On-site

In this role as a Project Manager, you will coordinate the effort to bring all elements of the ... load bank rental, fuel, fuel tanks, communication cable, 480V power, safety, etc.). · Ensure ...

Wintrust

Senior IT Project Manager

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$132K - $132K/yr

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management ... The Senior IT Project Manager / Assistance Vice President (AVP) orchestrates the initiation ...

Wintrust

Senior IT Project Manager

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$132K - $132K/yr

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management ... The Senior IT Project Manager / Assistance Vice President (AVP) orchestrates the initiation ...

Releady

Senior Business Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$68 - $113/hr

OVERVIEW We are seeking an experiencedSenior Business Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives within a highly regulated banking and financial services environment. This role ...

Releady

Senior Business Project Manager

Chicago, IL

$77 - $81/hr

OVERVIEW We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives within a highly regulated banking and financial services environment. This role ...

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How much do banking project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for banking project manager in Illinois is $93,569.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,700.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a banking project manager?

Banking Project Managers are professionals responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects within financial institutions, such as banks. They coordinate teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure that projects—like new product launches or system upgrades—are completed successfully and in compliance with industry regulations. Their role often involves working with stakeholders from various departments to align project goals with the bank’s strategic objectives. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for this position.

How does a banking project manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project lifecycle?

A Banking Project Manager works closely with various departments such as IT, compliance, risk management, and business operations to ensure project objectives are met efficiently. Collaboration often involves leading regular meetings, aligning stakeholders on project goals, and managing communication between technical and non-technical teams. Effective coordination is essential to address regulatory changes, system integrations, and client needs, making strong interpersonal and organizational skills crucial for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a banking project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Banking Project Manager, you need strong project management skills, a solid understanding of banking operations, and typically a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like MS Project or Jira, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, are commonly required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills help navigate complex projects and drive teams to achieve objectives. These skills and qualifications ensure successful project delivery, compliance with regulations, and alignment with organizational goals in the banking sector.

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Project Manager

Global Outsourcing

Manhattan, IL • On-site

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Job Description

Global Financial Services firm is seeking a Fixed Income Agent Lending Project Manager for their Downtown Manhattan location.

Position Summary:

Lead project management and end to end support for Fixed Income Agent lending project.

Key contact through various phases of project.

Manage project effort lifecycle through to go-live status.

Analyze and review existing processes and identify enhancements to perform activities with appropriate control points.

Establish and document robust trading framework.

  • Responsible for project management and delivery of a complete Fixed Income Agent lending platform.

Responsibilities:

Act as project management lead for the agent lending project.

Define and maintain project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risk and issue lists.

Review current requirements specifications and make recommendations/document improvements to the specifications.

Coordinate and implement necessary requirements that are delivered and executed in line with appropriate time, cost and quality standards.

Document Front Office procedures for the project by partnering with trading and support teams to implement controls.

Write test scripts, coordinate and end to end UAT.

Identify, prioritize, resolve and escalate issues as appropriate and realign priorities as necessary to meet project deadlines.

Move project forward and maintain on-time status.

Provide regular status updates to management team and other key stakeholders to ensure project alignment and timeliness.

Qualifications:

5-8 years of experience managing projects with focus on Broker Dealer and Banking Operations functions.

Must have experience with fixed income agent lending processes.

Must have experience in leading complex projects with demonstrated strong collaborative partnership skills working across multiple teams in a global bank.

Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills and also have the ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment.

Must possess ability to communicate bank priorities with sensitivity and strong awareness of organizational dynamics.

PMP certification highly preferred.

  • Knowledge of Agile principles and tools, including JIRA and Confluence a plus.
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