As a key project manager, you will be part of the business’s Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure that projects adhere to the standards and process as well as meeting strategic outcomes and ROI.
This involves leading various business initiatives to drive customer and credit capabilities across the firm.
Project initiation & planning:
- Responsible for the initial definition of the project, including scope, expected timelines, business case, budget, submission, approval, and identification of project sponsor.
- Work with PMO to ensure appropriate program management and project & change management frameworks are integrated into the project planning.
- Complete full analysis of the project to ensure governance frameworks are embedded and strictly adhered to.
- Manage project stakeholders effectively and ensure resource planning is undertaken at the start of each initiative.
Project execution:
- Ensure appropriate project resources are involved, including technology, business units, and project team members.
- Maintain active and accurate communication to keep stakeholders updated, enabling timely interventions and mitigations.
- Lead change management from requirement gathering through to implementation.
Project control & reporting:
- Track detailed tasks using established reporting processes and input from task owners.
- Manage issues and risks effectively.
- Coordinate dependencies and constraints with other releases or initiatives.
- Provide regular project status reports to key stakeholders.
- Ensure governance adherence, highlighting issues, risks, and progress against milestones.
- Ensure all project documentation is signed off by business and stakeholders, maintaining auditable standards.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of working experience; banking knowledge preferred.
- Experience with wholesale credit and loans is advantageous.
- Experience with loans, loan origination systems, and Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS).
- Regulatory experience is essential.