Associate Director, Delivery Management

HSBC; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBC Software Development India is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Delivery Management to lead complex programme delivery. The role focuses on governance, budgeting, capacity planning and strategic roadmapping to achieve business outcomes.

You will partner with senior stakeholders to align scope with timelines and quality, balancing risks and delivering value across multiple teams. A PMP/PgMP/SAFe certification and strong leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Certification: PMP / PgMP / SAFe (or equivalent) certification is required.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• Project/Programme Management Expertise: Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Governance, Security & Compliance: Ensure programme adheres to IT governance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Financial & Resource Management: Own budget forecasting and resource allocation for delivery.
• Delivery Optimisation: Balance cost, timeline, scope, and quality while managing risks.
• Capacity & Demand Management: Identify gaps and support capacity planning.
• Workforce Planning: Plan hiring and releases aligned with budget and demand.
• Programme Definition & Planning: Define objectives, scope and deliverables with senior management.
• Roadmaps & Execution Management: Develop roadmaps and integrated resource plans to stay on track.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Agile

Delivery management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

QC (or equivalent)

Job description

Some careers shine brighter than others.
If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.
HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.
We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Associate Director, Delivery Management

In This Role, You Will

• Governance, Security & Compliance: Ensure the programme complies with IT governance standards, security controls, and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Financial & Resource Management: Own budget management, cost forecasting, and resource allocation to support successful programme delivery.
• Delivery Optimisation: Drive efficient execution by balancing cost, timeline, scope, and quality, and proactively managing delivery risks and dependencies.
• Capacity & Demand Management: Identify supply-and-demand gaps, support capacity planning, and recommend actions to address shortfalls or constraints.
• Workforce Planning: Plan ahead for hiring and releases in line with the budget position and forecasted demand.
• Programme Definition & Planning: Partner with the Senior Programme Manager to define programme objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned to business outcomes.
• Roadmaps & Execution Management: Develop and maintain programme roadmaps, timelines, and integrated resource plans to ensure delivery remains on track.
  

To Be Successful, You Will

• Certification: PMP / PgMP / SAFe (or equivalent) certification is required.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• Project/Programme Management Expertise: Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery approaches.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Analytical & Problem Solving: Ability to assess complex challenges, structure options, and drive pragmatic solutions.
• Solution Enablement: Ability to guide teams and stakeholders towards implementing the right solution.
• Tooling Awareness: Familiarity with tools such as Confluence, JIRA, QC (or equivalent).
• Communication to Mixed Audiences: Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  

You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC.
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Issued by – HSBC Software Development India