Project Manager- Banking/ Transformation

Job Description

Are you a versatile self-starter with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently with attention to detail? Then, Apply Now!

Working with one of the top financial clients, this role calls for a Project Manager- Banking/ Transformation who will plan, coordinate and supervise complex informatics assignments. Design and apply new methods and procedures. Coordinate systems development for major applications, and define project requirements, including information and data needs, business analytics and programming. Develop, plan, analyze, evaluate and assign priorities to deliverables and requirements.

Responsibilities:

Define project phases, set deadlines and manage staff.
Develop project plans with milestones.
Coordinate all meetings and interface with business units, staff and service providers.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight and execution of multiple projects and project managers.
Accountable for managing broad and highly complex teams and projects involving significant scope and complexity.
Sets direction at an operational level, works autonomously in the management of the unit and collaborates with other business heads to establish and execute common goals.
Direct or manage large-scale applications, programs or projects across multiple product lines involving significant scope and complexity.
Ensures delivery of projects to the business partner, meeting the approved scope/cost/schedule/quality for the project.
Perform a governing role for ensuring that the proposal, execution, control, deployment, training and handoff, warranty support, and closure meet promised schedules.
Performs risk identification and mitigation activities, escalating unresolved issues to the Executive and/or Steering Committee where appropriate to secure their timely decisions/support.
Manages the acquisition and deployment of resources, including budget, by working with the Project Managers to secure the resources required for the project.
Ensures client satisfaction with the project process and project team through effective and timely communication, including status reporting, continual risk/issue assessment/management and escalation, and resolution of issues as they arise.
The successful candidate will be required to work with and influence senior-level leaders and partner with other IT Managers.
Manage a team that consists of 50 – 100 people.
Desired Skill Set:

8 years of proven experience in Project Management
Experience working with ambiguity – design business processes
Ability to manage ambiguity, knowing how to engage different teams
Banking experience
Ability to drive and coordinate efforts across multiple businesses/stakeholders
Passion for innovation and technology
Bachelors degree
Nice To Have:

Agile and/or Scrum certification
Experience with emerging technology
PMP Certification