Afarax is looking for a freelance Senior Project Leader – CORM & Permanent Control. We need you!The project:Our client in the banking sector, is seeking an experienced Project Leader – CORM & Permanent Control to strengthen their team.Key responsibilities:Strategic Project LeadershipInitiate, coordinate and manage strategic projects and transformation initiatives within the CORM & Permanent Control domain.Define project scope, objectives, governance, planning and delivery approach.Ensure alignment between business objectives, regulatory requirements and technology roadmaps.Contribute to the implementation of the client’s risk, control and compliance strategy.Risk, Control & Regulatory FocusIntegrate risk management, internal control and compliance requirements throughout the project lifecycle.Ensure that projects comply with regulatory expectations, internal policies and governance frameworks.Challenge existing processes and identify opportunities to strengthen operational risk management and permanent control mechanisms.Support initiatives related to operational risk, internal controls, audit recommendations, regulatory remediation plans and governance improvements.Assess project risks and ensure adequate mitigation plans are defined and implemented.Business Analysis & Solution DesignLead and coordinate business analysis activities.Challenge business requirements and translate them into efficient, compliant and client-centric solutions.Design and oversee the implementation of new features, processes and operating models.Ensure solutions support operational efficiency, risk reduction and regulatory compliance.Stakeholder & Governance ManagementCollaborate closely with Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, Operations, Business and IT stakeholders.Facilitate decision-making processes and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.Prepare and present consolidated reporting to steering committees, management and governance bodies.Build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.Team Leadership & CoachingFunctionally lead multidisciplinary teams and transversal project contributors.Act as a servant leader, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.Coach team members and support their professional development.Encourage autonomy, knowledge sharing and best-practice adoption.Build future leaders by delegating responsibilities and creating growth opportunities.Project Delivery & Quality AssuranceCoordinate all project phases, including:ScopingPlanningAnalysisDesignBuildTestingDeploymentChange ManagementCommunicationEnsure projects are delivered:On timeWithin budgetAccording to quality standardsIn compliance with risk and control requirementsCollaborate with testing teams and business users to define and execute test strategies and test scenarios.Ensure operational readiness and smooth transition into production environments.Continuous Improvement & TransformationChallenge existing processes, tools and operating models.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, governance, risk management and control effectiveness.Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and monitor implementation progress.Support organizational transformation and promote a culture of risk awareness, accountability and operational excellence.Incident & Operational SupportSupport teams in resolving impediments impacting project delivery.Contribute to the management of incidents, root-cause analysis and remediation actions.Ensure lessons learned are captured and integrated into future improvements.Is this you?Senior Project Management experience within Banking, Insurance or Financial Services.Strong understanding of Operational Risk Management, Internal Control, Compliance and Governance frameworks.Experience working within CORM, Permanent Control, Risk, Audit or Regulatory environments.Proven experience managing large-scale transformation programs.Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.Experience with Agile and traditional project management methodologies.Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.Ability to challenge business requirements and drive pragmatic solutions.Excellent communication and leadership skills.Proven track record of delivering complex projects in highly regulated environments.How afarax supports you?You benefit from our extensive networkYou will have access to projects that fit your expertiseWe help and support you throughout your projectWe offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnershipCheck out more projects on: https://afarax.Be/jobs/type/freelance/