Digital Project Manager - AI/ML Control Automation Programme Lisboa

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About The Job

As an AI Transformation Project Manager, you will drive strategic automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and anticipate risks. You will be at the forefront of integrating AI into business‑critical processes and deploying intelligent document solutions powered by LLMs and Gen‑AI.

Your Main Activities Are

• Project & Program Management:
  • Lead
    -
    - end delivery of AI and digital transformation projects
  • Coordinate solution design, validation, testing, and deployment
  • Set up and manage governance across IT, business, and data science stakeholders
  • Analyze and anticipate the impact of AI solutions on future processes
  • Ensure alignment with strategic priorities and provide advisory support to management
• Reporting & KPIs:
  • Produce insightful reporting for senior stakeholders and governance committees
  • Track and update KPIs and KAIs across the digital champion community
  • Provide recommendations and alerts based on performance metrics
• Change Management:
  • Support end‑user adoption and deployment readiness
  • Facilitate decision‑making across technical and business teams
  • Coach newcomers on governance and technologies; organise training sessions
• Community Engagement:
  • Act as a tech ambassador within the digital champion network
  • Animate the community to ensure alignment with global transformation goals
  • Represent the team in forums, sharing days, and innovation events
• Communication & Innovation:
  • Contribute to internal communication campaigns and technical demos
  • Maintain a technology watch to stay ahead of AI and digital trends

Profile And Skills To Success

• Master’s degree in Business Management or Information Technology and Computer Science
• From 5 to 7 years of experience in Project Management, with exposure to AI or digital transformation initiatives
• Fluent (C1‑C2) level of English
• Knowledge of IT implementation cycles and agile delivery
• Knowledge of Security Services is a plus
• Curiosity and passion for new technologies, especially AI/ML, Gen‑AI, and Agentic AI
• Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and delivering impactful presentations
• Analytical ability, structured and proactive with a strong problem‑solving mindset
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage a project
• Skills in Office pack (namely Excel and Powerpoint)

Why joining BNP Paribas?

• Leading banking institution
• Our presence in Portugal – over 8, 700 employees in 10 business entities
• International reach – 63 countries, 183, 000 employees worldwide
• Diversity and Inclusion commitment – equal employment opportunity
• Commitment towards work/life balance
• Remote Working Conditions – Smart Working framework

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we live in, while keeping with the image of our clients.

Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered. In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support your hiring process.

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Employment Information

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries: Banking and Financial Services