Project Manager Legal

Location Cape Town
Discipline: IT & Telecoms
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Erika Reeves

Contact email: erika@networkersint.co.za
Job ref: 35338
Published: 18 days ago

Project Manager- Hybrid Cape Town

Overview

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to make an impact? Join this team and take the lead in delivering transformative projects that help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. This is your chance to drive meaningful change and ensure regulatory excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Drive compliance and regulatory reform projects, aligning with industry standards and internal policies.

  • Create and execute comprehensive project plans, ensuring objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables.

  • Build strong relationships with financial teams, departments, and external stakeholders, keeping them informed and aligned.

  • Establish robust project governance, proactively managing risks, dependencies, and reporting progress to key stakeholders.

  • Inspire and manage project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

  • Implement forward-looking solutions to adapt to changing regulations and drive meaningful reforms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Business, Law, Finance, or related field.

  • 3–5+ years of project management experience in professional services, with exposure to compliance or regulatory reform projects being advantageous.

  • Professional certification in project management (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is preferred.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience guiding cross-functional teams.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, including senior-level engagement.

  • Proficiency with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana.

  • Demonstrated ability to assess and manage risks, adapt to regulatory changes, and solve complex problems under pressure.

  • Client-focused mindset with a proven track record of delivering impactful outcomes in professional or client-facing environments.

Day-to-day

You will oversee key compliance projects, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will also lead the charge in driving forward-looking solutions to adapt to changing regulations and implement impactful reforms.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment

  • Health and wellness benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements

If you are passionate about managing projects that ensure regulatory excellence and compliance, and if you have the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.