Core Banking Expert - Technology Stack - Global Consulting Firm

Our client, a global consulting firm, is looking for a core banking expert to support them on a post-merger integration project in the Middle East

Responsibilities:

- Assess the current technology stack for both the banks and recommend the target state technology architecture with a key focus on the core banking system

- Recommend a roadmap for integration of core banking and other technology applications (CRM, LOS, Digital banking assets, etc.)

- Guide the consulting team to prepare a detailed plan for the transition of systems to the target state

- Support the team in the transition execution phase and oversee/review work output to ensure the project delivers as per agreed timelines

- Provide advisory support to pre-empt PMI related challenges and plan mitigants for the same

- Provide oversight to the team to resolve issues during implementation

Experience required:

- Senior advisor with 15+ years of experience across Banking technology and other areas within Banking

- Deep understanding of Core Banking systems and end to end tech architecture for a Bank.

- Led PMI related work for banks in the Middle East and other geographies.

- Understanding of Islamic Banking products and implications from a system perspective.

- Ideal candidate should have done PMI work in the Middle East / GCC region.

- Arabic speaking skills are desirable but not a mandate

This is a contractual opportunity and the initial contract will be for 6 months (this can be extended further). The role will be based out of the Middle East and the consultant is expected to perform the majority of delivery on-site.