Job Title : Project Manager
Location Address : New York, NY - Hybrid (Wednesday and Thursday are in office team days)
Duration : 9 months (possibility of extension or FTE possible)
Schedule Hours : 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
Story Behind the Need
- Business group : The US Regulatory and Business Initiatives oversees numerous projects within the bank.
- Project : This is a large scale initiative concerning client’s Management and Deposits. The successful candidate will be working in a high visible capacity alongside a multitude of stakeholders.
- Reason for request : The team requires additional assistance as this project gets off the ground
Candidate Value Proposition
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a high visibility to project, working closely with multiple departments and executive members.Typical Day in Role
Develop, track and manage project budget, project plans, timelines and scopeManage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advisingPartner closely with other members of functional teams to define business requirementsLead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needsDefine test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance TestingFacilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and proceduresPrepare and present cost-benefit analysesEnsure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilizedMake presentations to steering committees or project sponsorsCommunicating with project team and vendorsCandidate Requirements / Must Have Skills :
8+ years experience as a Project Manager, working closely with business partners5+ years of experience working with senior stakeholders, ability to present in front leadership5+ years of experience as a Business AnalystPrevious experience with testing (UAT)5+ years of experience using MS ProjectsNice-To-Have Skills :
Prior Cap Markets KnowledgePrior experience with Wire Payments and DepositsPrevious FI experienceSoft Skills :
Demonstrated ability to be flexible / adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing prioritiesGreat communication skills are required, as they will regularly be communicating internally and externallyProven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organizationBest vs Average : The ideal candidate would be an experienced Project Manager (with BA experience) who is ready to jump into the project with a hands on approach. Ideally their communication style would be polished as they will be communicating with senior leadership.
Degrees or certifications :
Bachelor's degree in a related field requiredCandidate Review & Selection
Structure and Format : Two rounds Virtual1st round – HM + PMs – 30 mins – MS teams Video
2nd round – HM + team – 30 mins – MS Teams Video