Project Manager II

Role Overview

• Lead end-to-end project management of initiatives, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Anticipate potential challenges and risks within the project lifecycle, and work closely with team members and stakeholders to develop and implement solutions before they escalate.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, including senior management, business units, and external vendors, to understand business needs, define project requirements, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify potential risks and issues within projects, develop mitigation plans, and manage risks to minimize project disruptions.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, network engineers, and QA professionals, to ensure project success.
• Manage project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and ensure that all project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Oversee the transition of new systems and processes, ensuring that they align with existing banking operations and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all projects adhere to banking industry regulations and compliance standards, including data security and privacy laws.
• Provide regular project status updates, progress reports, and post-project evaluations to senior leadership.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and track all project milestones.
• Monitor project performance and suggest improvements to processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or Project Management Certification preferred
• Demonstrated ability in project management
• An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered
• Banking experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Project Management
• Experience with managing large project budgets, high-priority and complex projects, and large project teams.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate with Operations staff, bank clients, and outside vendors
• Ability to frame critical issues in a manner that facilitates informed decision-making
• Ability to make sound recommendations to management
• Ability to work flexible hours as necessary
• Ability to relate well with others and build effective business relationships
• Ability to manage budgets
• Ability to manage large project teams
• Demonstrated understanding of the banking environment and underlying organizational issues
• Understands organizational climate and culture along with policies and formal and informal structures
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including document production and editing; demonstrated ability to openly and respectfully communicate in a way that promotes understanding in both written and verbal communication
• Excellent computer skills in current computer technology and related software programs including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, and Project Management software

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development budget
• Home office setup allowance
• Global team events