AYESHA SALEEM
@ayeshasaleem
Senior Project Manager with 15+ years of global project leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Project Manager and Consultant with over 15 years of experience leading high-impact projects for global organizations such as Rakuten, Philip Morris, Citibank, and the World Bank. My expertise lies in Project Management methodologies including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall, as well as Digital Transformation and Quality Assurance. I am currently consulting for startups and SMEs, helping them optimize their project frameworks and drive Agile transformations to enhance operational excellence.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. My role as a Project Management Consultant has allowed me to provide valuable insights into project planning, risk management, and change management processes. I have conducted numerous workshops on Agile methodologies and have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to achieve project goals while maintaining compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Management Consultant
Self-Employed
Mar 2025 - Present (3 months)
Provided consultancy services to startups and SMEs, focusing on project management frameworks, digital transformation, and Agile process setup. Advised clients on project planning, risk management, and change management, while supporting project documentation using JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project.
Senior Project Manager
Rakuten Inc.
Mar 2024 - Feb 2025 (11 months)
Planned and managed project schedules, budgets, resources, and milestones, ensuring critical paths and dependencies were met. Delivered projects by overseeing drafting, change management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication, utilizing JIRA and internal Rakuten systems for tracking and quality assurance.
Project Manager
Philip Morris Japan
Aug 2019 - Feb 2024 (4 years 6 months)
Prepared and maintained comprehensive project plans, KPIs, and stakeholder communication strategies, managing backlog and legal approvals. Conducted sprint planning, risk tracking, and issue resolution, coordinating cross-functionally and analyzing digital promotions using JIRA and Confluence.
Project Manager
Rakuten Inc.
Jan 2019 - Jul 2019 (6 months)
Proposed and managed data governance projects, coordinating closely with Legal, Privacy, Risk, and InfoSec teams. Led weekly and monthly reporting sessions, providing crucial project updates to stakeholders.
Project Manager
Citibank Japan
Sep 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 3 months)
Managed complex migration activities and ensured quality monitoring for retail banking integration projects. Tracked project milestones diligently, contributing to successful system transitions.
Quality Assurance Manager
BNP Paribas Cardif
Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 (11 months)
Led software QA testing teams, ensuring adherence to quality standards and ISO 9001 compliance. Designed robust test plans, bug tracking processes, and effective risk mitigation strategies.
Project Manager – Global ID Project
Rakuten Inc.
Jul 2014 - Jun 2015 (11 months)
Led global user ID migration projects, overseeing backlog management and release reporting. Conducted sprint planning sessions to ensure efficient project execution.
Project Manager
Board of Revenue Punjab
Jan 2005 - Sep 2009 (4 years 8 months)
Delivered World Bank-funded land records digitization projects, managing complex cross-government coordination. Oversaw vendor management to ensure successful project completion.
Senior Software Engineer
Xavor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
Feb 2004 - Dec 2004 (10 months)
Contributed to software development projects, applying engineering principles to design and implement robust solutions. Collaborated with teams to deliver high-quality software components.
Software Engineer
CresSoft (Pvt.) Ltd.
Dec 2000 - Jan 2004 (3 years 1 month)
Developed and maintained software applications, performing coding, debugging, and system analysis. Participated in the full software development lifecycle, ensuring functional and efficient systems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Waseda University
PhD, Information Communication Technology Management
Pursued a doctoral degree focusing on Information Communication Technology Management. The program provided advanced knowledge in managing ICT projects and strategies.
GRIPS
Master of Public Policy (MPP), Public Policy
Completed a Master of Public Policy program, gaining expertise in policy analysis and public administration. The curriculum covered various aspects of public policy formulation and implementation.
Preston University
Master of Science in Information Technology (MIT), Information Technology
Grade: Gold Medalist (Best Student)
Achieved a Master of Science in Information Technology, focusing on advanced IT concepts and applications. Recognized as a Gold Medalist for being the best student in the program.
Hailey College of Commerce, Punjab University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree, focusing on fundamental business and commerce principles. The program provided a strong foundation in accounting, finance, and business management.
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