Job Description

Banking Project Manager - (M&A Integration)

Location: Fully Remote – EST hours flexible

Travel: As needed for site visits and key readiness milestones

Contract: Present – July 2026 (possible extension)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with banking integration and operations readiness experience to support a large-scale M&A conversion. The Project Manager will coordinate readiness activities across Technology, Branch Operations, and Site Readiness to ensure colleagues, systems, and back-office functions are fully prepared for integration.

This role partners closely with the Integration Management Office (IMO) , Technology, Operations, and Field Leadership teams to execute cutover plans, manage readiness deliverables, and support a seamless colleague transition during merger integration.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

• Support end-to-end readiness planning and execution for Colleague Tech & Operations Readiness workstreams.
• Manage project plans, milestones, and dependencies within the IMO framework.
• Conduct readiness checkpoints and coordinate cutover logistics across multiple business lines.
• Maintain RAID logs (Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions) and assist with reporting to leadership.
• Partner with the IMO Program Lead to track progress, escalate blockers, and align on critical path items.
• Partner with Facilities, Real Estate, and IT to ensure branch readiness ahead of conversion.
• Coordinate with field teams to validate signage, branch technology, and ATM/ITM readiness.
• Track status and dependencies related to branch rebranding, infrastructure, and access control.
• Serve as liaison between business and technology teams during integration.
• Support resource planning, readiness reviews, and change control.
• Contribute to executive and IMO reporting to highlight readiness status and key metrics.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management within banking, financial services, or enterprise integration.
• Strong background in M&A, operational readiness, or system conversion projects.
• Understanding of branch operations , colleague enablement , and IT readiness activities.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Smartsheet, ServiceNow PPM, or Workday.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with cross-functional coordination experience.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Soft Skills

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-up discipline.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Collaborative communicator with ability to influence across teams.
• Proactive problem solver who thrives in complex integration environments.

Why This Role

This position offers an opportunity to play a critical role in a high-visibility M&A integration , ensuring colleagues, branches, and systems are ready for a seamless transition. You’ll gain exposure to executive leadership, enterprise operations, and cross-functional integration management in a major banking transformation.

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