Strategic Program Director | Hybrid | PMO Leader

Manulife; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife is seeking a senior Project Management leader to oversee PM teams, evaluate execution strategies, and manage project risks in a dynamic, global environment.

You will drive development and compliance of PM procedures, and build strong relationships with regional and business line leaders, including executive stakeholders, to promote best practices in project and portfolio management.

Qualifications

• Leadership skills to guide teams and stakeholders through complex projects and tough decisions.
• Strategic mindset to align projects with company goals and long-term impact.
• Clear, concise communication with executives, teams, clients and vendors.
• Solid project management knowledge: lifecycle, risk, budgeting, scheduling.
• Strong problem-solving to analyze issues and decide on solutions.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and negotiate agreements.
• Resilience to adapt plans when scope changes or setbacks occur.
• Understanding of business context and market dynamics affecting projects.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Project Management teams, evaluating execution strategies and managing risks across projects.
• Drive development, compliance, and improvement of Project Management procedures and processes.
• Relationship building and stake holder management to C-Suite and Head of business unit
• Build relationships with regional and business line representatives, contributing to best practices in PM and portfolio management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Technical Knowledge

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Adaptability

Business Acumen

Continuous Learning

Job description

Manulife is seeking a senior Project Management leader to oversee PM teams, evaluate execution strategies, and manage project risks in a dynamic, global environment.

You will drive development and compliance of PM procedures, and build strong relationships with regional and business line leaders, including executive stakeholders, to promote best practices in project and portfolio management.