Senior Project Manager (Fintech)
As a Senior Project Manager reporting to Sr. Director – Delivery Management, you'll play a central role in delivering Nasdaq's global system implementations - driving projects from initiation through to successful close. You'll work at the intersection of technology, finance, and client experience, managing cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
You'll thrive in this role if you're delivery-focused, collaborative, and passionate about creating exceptional outcomes for clients and internal teams alike.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end project delivery, including scope definition, milestone planning, resource management, and budget oversight.
- Identify, analyze, and manage project risks and issues, escalating where appropriate to ensure timely resolution.
- Chair governance meetings and maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, risk logs, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.
- Build and sustain strong stakeholder relationships through clear, consistent communication and proactive engagement.
- Manage and support project team members in line with Nasdaq's leadership and management principles.
We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families.
The base pay for this role is €4,000 - €5,500 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer:
- Annual performance bonus
- Nasdaq Employee Stock Purchase Program (discounted Nasdaq shares)
- Opportunity to become a Nasdaq shareholder
- III pillar pension plan with additional Nasdaq contribution
- Flexible health insurance program
- Flexible working schedule and hybrid work model
- Additional paid leave after 2 years of service
- Flex Day Program (up to 6 paid days off per year)
- Internal mentorship program
- Access to a wide selection of online learning resources, including Udemy
For more information, visit the Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Technology, Finance, or a related field.
- 8+ years of project management experience in capital markets or financial services.
- Proficiency in both PMI and Agile methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with experience influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with project tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, and JIRA/Confluence.
- Familiarity with Nasdaq software platforms or capital markets technology environments.
- Willingness and ability to travel as business needs require.
