Payments Project Manager – 6 Months Contract

We are seeking an experienced project manager professional to support our expansion initiatives across Latin America. This role will be critical in coordinating cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining strong stakeholder communication across our regional operations. Please note this is a 6 month contract role. \n Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage multiple projects across the LATAM region, ensuring alignment with business objectives Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies Track project progress, identify bottlenecks, and drive resolution of blockers Facilitate communication between regional teams, stakeholders, and global headquarters Prepare and deliver status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries Support resource planning and capacity management across projects Ensure adherence to project management best practices and methodologies Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with external partners as needed Required Qualifications: Fluent in English & Spanish (written and spoken) 1+ years of project management or PMO experience Payment, Banking, or Fintech industry background required Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects Experience working in or with Latin American markets Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project, or similar) Ability to work independently in a remote environment Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail Comfortable working across different time zones Preferred Qualifications: Portuguese language skills (advantageous for Brazil operations) PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications Experience with card issuance, payment processing, or digital banking products Previous experience in contract or consulting roles \n