Project Manager

About Qarar

Qarar is a leading data science and advanced analytics company based in Saudi Arabia, with operations across the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa. The company specializes in data-driven decisioning solutions for financial institutions and FinTechs, focusing on empowering consumer and SME credit decisions through advanced analytics and deep domain expertise. Qarar partners with clients to support digital transformation and enhance credit risk prediction, portfolio management, compliance, collections, and cross-sell strategies, providing tailored consulting, advisory, and software solutions.

The Project Manager Role

Qarar is seeking a full-time, on-site Project Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading the end-to-end delivery of data analytics and decisioning solutions. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing projects from planning through to completion, ensuring alignment with quality and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data analytics and decisioning solutions.
• Manage project planning, scope definition, resource coordination, timeline management, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with internal data science, consulting, and technology teams.
• Manage communication with client stakeholders and track progress against milestones.
• Ensure project outcomes meet agreed quality and business objectives.
• Prepare project documentation, status reports, and implementation plans.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and align expectations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices.
• Support pre-sales and proposal activities as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Saudi national.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in Project Management.
• Experience in the Financial Technology (FinTech) sector or a relevant FinTech qualification/certification.
• Professional Project Management certification, preferably PMP or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of Agile Project Management methodologies.
• Experience using Microsoft Power BI, including developing and monitoring dashboards and KPIs.
• Familiarity with Project Management tools, preferably Microsoft Project.

Required Skills

• Ability to prepare project reports and monitor project progress, timelines, risks, issues, and challenges.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with project teams and stakeholders.

Work Environment

This is an on-site position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Project Manager will work within a collaborative environment, engaging with various internal teams and external client stakeholders.