Romeo Sison
@romeosison
Seasoned Project Manager and Scrum Master with 15+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Project Manager and certified Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience in delivering complex digital projects across various sectors, including FinTech, Logistics, and the Public Sector. My expertise lies in leading high-value initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring that cross-functional teams are aligned and focused on achieving measurable outcomes. Notable achievements include rolling out a MiFID II-compliant trading platform for global banks and leading successful AWS and GCP migrations.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to implement continuous improvement processes, resulting in significant efficiency gains, such as a 97% uplift in billing efficiency through a SAAS platform implementation. I thrive in Agile environments, utilizing methodologies like Scrum, SAFe, and Kanban to keep projects on track and stakeholders engaged. My delivery-first mindset and clear communication style have been pivotal in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and driving projects to successful completion.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager
Iron Mountain
Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Led the delivery of a portfolio of cloud-based digital projects while enabling cross-functional teams across different time zones. Successfully managed multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring timely and efficient project completion.
Project Manager
Roche (via Iron Mountain)
Nov 2024 - Mar 2025 (4 months)
Rescued and delivered a critical data migration project from Archivum to Oneil RMS SaaS, part of an enterprise application rationalisation program. Recovered a delayed project and restored delivery momentum within three months through structured planning and stakeholder alignment.
Project Manager
Iron Mountain
Oct 2023 - Mar 2025 (1 year 5 months)
Transformed global mobile security by leading the rollout of Iron Mountain’s SecureBase Mobile application and hardware replacement program. Delivered a scalable SecureBase Mobile APK four months ahead of schedule using Agile practices, boosting team velocity via GitLab.
Project Manager
Iron Mountain
Nov 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Transformed Iron Mountain's core records management system across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, enhancing billing efficiency and minimising operational risk. Delivered a cloud-based upgrade on time with zero critical post-go-live incidents, leveraging a multi-disciplinary team.
Project Manager
Iron Mountain
Jun 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Delivered a digital logistics platform, enabling the launch of over five warehouses across the UK and US, by leading an Agile Release Train of nine teams. Established Agile ceremonies, roles, and governance aligned to SAFe 5.1, improving cross-team coordination.
Project Manager
HMRC (via Iron Mountain)
Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 (8 months)
Established a £7M programme, delivering a paper destruction service and a GCP-based digital platform. Managed 16 workstreams and introduced a novel JIRA structure for enhanced visibility.
Project Manager
HM Courts and Tribunal Service (via Iron Mountain)
Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 (8 months)
Rescued a two-year overrunning project and launched a new digital platform in four months using only 40% of the
£500k budget. Achieved 100% ROI within three months and ~£90k monthly cost savings by automating processes.
Technology Consultant
Monegize Holdings
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 (1 month)
Engaged as a Business Analyst to draft technical API documentation for the launch of a digital cryptocurrency exchange. Contributed to the foundational technical specifications for the platform.
Agile Delivery Lead
Glia Ecosystems (via Adaptive Financial Consulting)
Nov 2018 - Jul 2021 (2 years 8 months)
Delivered a £7M commodities futures platform that boosted broker execution by transforming disparate data into actionable insights. Secured £1.5M in funding through a proof-of-concept and an additional £3M by leading the industrialisation phase.
Agile Delivery Lead
Adaptive Financial Consulting
Nov 2016 - Jul 2021 (4 years 8 months)
Led the delivery of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and in line with client-specific requirements. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define scope and set timelines.
Agile Delivery Lead
Sentinel (via Adaptive Financial Consulting)
Aug 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Deployed a MiFID II compliant trading platform for banks including Santander, RBC, and MUFG, leading a 20+ member team and optimising Agile processes. Enhanced project efficiency with a tailored Scrumban methodology, reducing overhead for large-scale delivery.
Agile Delivery Lead
BiBox (via Adaptive Financial Consulting)
Nov 2016 - Jul 2017 (8 months)
Deployed a proof-of-concept digital marketplace for a FinTech whose client was a tier 1 bank. Developed a cloud-based prototype that gained buy-in from the BiBox CEO and Santander’s head of innovation.
Agile Delivery Lead
HSBC Entitlements Project (via Adaptive Financial Consulting
Nov 2016 - Jun 2017 (7 months)
Replaced the incumbent entitlements solution, ensuring secure access permissions across global bank operations. Defined operating models through workshops, delivering a clear product backlog and roadmap.
Scrum Master & BA
Phoenix Business Solutions
Nov 2011 - Oct 2016 (4 years 11 months)
Delivered document and workflow automation solutions for legal and financial services clients using K2 Workflow and iManage. Replaced paper-based processes, improving operational efficiency by up to 70%, and delivered a Dodd-Frank compliant solution.
Scrum Master & BA
Suncorp Insurance (Sydney)
Jul 2008 - Jul 2011 (3 years)
Served as Scrum Master and Business Analyst on a $7.5M insurance programme, delivering user stories for a quote aggregator. Led a business-led initiative that boosted retention by 20% and eliminated a $10K licensing cost.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Wollongong
BA, Information & Communication Technology
Studied Information & Communication Technology, gaining foundational knowledge in systems and communication. Focused on practical applications and theoretical frameworks within the field.
British Computer Society
Certification, Systems Modelling Techniques (UML)
Completed training in Systems Modelling Techniques, focusing on UML for effective system design and analysis. Enhanced skills in visualising and documenting complex system architectures.
IIBA Endorsed
Certification, Business Systems Analyst
Undertook training to become a Business Systems Analyst, endorsed by IIBA. Developed expertise in analysing business needs and translating them into effective system solutions.
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Website
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