IT Project Manager – Rapid Development, Automation & Application Governance

IT Project Manager – Rapid Development, Automation & Application Governance

Bornem / Aartselaar area, Belgium
Start date ASAP
End date: 31 July 2027
Senior – 5+ years of experience
Languages: Dutch & English

About the Client

Our client is an international organisation operating at the intersection of the **automotive and financial services industries**, providing financing, leasing and related financial solutions across Belgium and Luxembourg.

As part of a large international group, the organisation operates in a highly structured IT environment where security, compliance and application governance are essential.

The local IT department supports business-critical applications, drives digital transformation and ensures that technology solutions align with corporate IT standards.

With the increasing adoption of Artificial Intelligence, automation tools, Python and rapid development technologies, the organisation is expanding its local application landscape.

To support this evolution, we are looking for an experienced **IT Project Manager** who can combine structured project delivery, technological innovation and strong application governance.

The Role

As IT Project Manager, you will lead several IT initiatives focused on automation, rapid application development and application lifecycle management.

A key aspect of your assignment will involve transitioning locally developed applications into formally governed and managed solutions, ensuring they meet corporate security, compliance and operational requirements.

You will act as the bridge between business stakeholders, IT teams and external partners, ensuring that innovative solutions are delivered efficiently, securely and sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

• IT Project & Delivery Management
• Manage multiple IT projects from initiation through implementation and go-live.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines and milestones.
• Monitor budgets, risks, dependencies and resources.
• Coordinate internal IT teams, business stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality and compliance standards.

• Automation & Rapid Development
• Lead initiatives involving AI, automation, Python, n8n and other rapid development technologies.
• Support the implementation of innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate the development and deployment of locally developed applications and automation workflows.
• Balance rapid delivery with long-term maintainability, scalability and security.

• Application Governance & Lifecycle Management
• Coordinate the transition of locally developed applications into formally managed and compliant solutions.
• Ensure applications comply with internal architecture, security and governance standards.
• Support application onboarding and operational integration.
• Establish clear application ownership, maintenance and support responsibilities.
• Contribute to improving application lifecycle management practices.

• IT Security & Compliance
• Ensure alignment with corporate IT security and governance frameworks.
• Identify and manage potential application security and compliance risks.
• Collaborate with IT architecture, security and governance stakeholders.
• Contribute to practical guidelines for the secure use of rapid development and automation technologies.

• Stakeholder Management & Operational Handover
• Act as the main point of coordination between business, IT and external partners.
• Translate business requirements into structured IT deliverables.
• Provide clear project reporting and facilitate decision-making.
• Ensure smooth operational handovers, including documentation, maintenance and support arrangements.

Required Profile

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• IT Project Management: Minimum 5 years of proven experience managing IT projects.
• Multi-Project Management: Minimum 5 years of experience coordinating multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Application Delivery: Minimum 5 years of experience delivering and implementing IT applications.
• IT Governance & Compliance: Minimum 5 years of experience working with IT governance, security and compliance requirements.
• Industry Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience in the automotive and/or financial services industry; ideally 5 years.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to coordinate business teams, IT departments and external partners.
• Languages: Professional proficiency in Dutch and English.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with automation and rapid development technologies.
• Exposure to AI-driven solutions and their integration into corporate environments.
• Familiarity with Python, n8n or similar automation platforms.
• Experience managing locally developed applications and integrating them into formal IT governance frameworks.
• Understanding of application lifecycle management and operational handover.
• Previous experience in large international organisations with strict IT security and compliance requirements.

Hands-on programming expertise is not required, but a good technical understanding is important to effectively coordinate development and automation initiatives.

Personal Competencies

• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and reporting capabilities.
• Pragmatic, structured and business-oriented approach.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and become operational quickly.
• Comfortable operating in a complex international corporate environment.