Project Manager / SME

We are looking for a highly specialized PM/ Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a major financial institution in implementing Issuing Products and various payment-related projects.  In this role, you will act as a bridge between business requirements and technical execution, ensuring that payment card portfolios and digital solutions are managed and deployed according to the highest industry standards. Engagement Details • Location: Warsaw, Poland (preferred). • Rate: 120–150 PLN/h net + VAT (B2B). • Start Date: ASAP. • Duration: 12+-month contract. Responsibilities • Analysis & Design: Lead functional, business, and IT analysis. Gather product requirements, define project scope, and document business processes to be translated for IT teams. • Project Management: Lead projects through the full lifecycle—from initiation and planning to execution and closure—ensuring all initiatives stay within scope, budget, and timeline. • Compliance & Regulatory (Nice to Have): Support projects related to AML/KYC, transaction monitoring, and fraud. Analyze regulatory documentation and implement payment network mandates and upgrades. • Quality Assurance: Plan comprehensive test scenarios, including positive/negative flows, database collisions, and lifecycle management events. • Implementation: Drive the implementation and certification of payment products, particularly focusing on digital products and solutions. Requirements • Experience: At least 7 years of experience in functional, business, or IT analysis within the Payment Cards and FinTech domain. • Leadership: Proven track record of coordinating or managing complex projects in financial institutions. • Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of payment products, services, and the certification process (specifically within the issuing area). • Analytical Skills: Ability to translate ambiguous information into actionable technical solutions and design solutions for Legal & Compliance departments. • Communication: Solid verbal and written communication skills in both Polish and English. • Attributes: High level of initiative, creativity, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.