Project Manager

Project Manager – People’s Bank

Job Overview

People’s Bank is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Project Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering technology projects on time, within the approved scope and budget, while maintaining quality, risk management, and compliance standards.

Position Details

• Job Title: Project Manager
• Company Name: People’s Bank
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Employment Type: Contract Basis
• Industry: Banking and Financial Services
• Job Category: Information Technology / Project Management
• Required Experience: 3–5 years of project management experience
• Age Limit: Preferably below 45 years as at the application closing date
• Salary: Attractive and negotiable remuneration package
• Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Company Overview

People’s Bank is one of Sri Lanka’s leading banking institutions, providing financial services to a wide range of customers. The bank continues to develop its technology infrastructure and digital capabilities to support secure, efficient, and reliable banking operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field from a recognised university or a degree-awarding institution recognised by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
• An internationally recognised Project Management certification.
• Three to five years of project management experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Experience in digital, payments, or regulatory projects.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, risks, and multiple priorities.
• Preferably below 45 years of age as at the application closing date.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage end-to-end project delivery, including scope, schedules, resources, and milestones.
• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with vendors to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
• Provide regular status updates, reports, and governance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Project Management Office (PMO) requirements, regulatory standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor project progress and take corrective action when necessary.
• Coordinate with relevant business and technical teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in accordance with required quality standards.

Required Skills

• Project planning, scheduling, and delivery management.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• Risk and issue management.
• Budget and resource management.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Vendor and stakeholder management.
• Reporting, documentation, and governance.
• Understanding of digital banking, payments, or regulatory projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Salary & Benefits

People’s Bank will offer an attractive and negotiable remuneration package commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The advertisement does not specify an exact salary amount. The appointment will be on a contract basis, and performance will be evaluated annually.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should complete the application form available on the People’s Bank careers page and submit it through the bank’s official website.

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Postal Address:

Deputy General Manager (Human Resources)
People’s Bank
People’s Tower – Level 14
No. 374, Dr. Colvin R. de Silva Mawatha
Colombo 02, Sri Lanka

Application Method: Online submission through the People’s Bank website.

Applicants may contact the bank using the telephone numbers provided in the official advertisement if they do not receive an acknowledgement within a reasonable period.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be Sri Lankan citizens.
• A recognised degree in Information Technology or a related field is required.
• An internationally recognised Project Management certification is required.
• Three to five years of project management experience is expected.
• Experience in banking, digital payments, or regulatory projects will be beneficial.
• The position is in the non-banking stream, equivalent to Deputy Manager (Grade II).
• Performance will be evaluated annually.
• Applications must be submitted on or before 26 October 2026.
• Incomplete or non-compliant applications may be rejected.
• People’s Bank reserves the right to determine the number of vacancies and to postpone or cancel the recruitment process.