Project Manager - AI & Data (APAC)_Contract

Key Responsibilities:Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AI and Data projects across APAC.Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risks, issues, and dependencies.Drive stakeholder engagement and provide regular project updates to leadership teams.Coordinate project activities, maintain project documentation, and manage JIRA/Kanban boards.Ensure AI and Data solutions comply with data privacy, security, regulatory, and responsible AI requirements.Oversee vendor management, financial tracking, and resource planning.Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote project management best practices.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field.8+ years of IT project management experience, including experience delivering AI, GenAI, Data Analytics, or Data Platform initiatives.Experience working in banking, financial services, or other regulated environments is preferred.PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum certification is an advantage.Strong stakeholder management, communication, risk management, and leadership skills.Familiarity with AI technologies, cloud platforms, data analytics, and modern data architectures.