At NiCE, we don't limit our challenges. We challenge our limits. Always. We're ambitious. We're game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And if you're like us, we can offer you the ultimate career opportunity that will light a fire within you.

So, what's the role all about

Client Services Project Manager is a trusted advisor to NiCE's customers and will provide both proactive and reactive post-implementation support ensuring alignment with the Customer's priorities and NiCE's business objectives. The PM is responsible for maintaining a strategic relationship across all client business units influencing tactical activities to drive service excellence for designated accounts. The PM is required to be a subject matter expert in the NiCE Solutions deployed at their designated clients and ensure maximum value is achieved from the NiCE solution. You will be the primary interface between the Customers and NiCE's support organizations while managing critical issues, problems and requests related to escalations and missed expectations.

How will you make an impact

Overall responsibility throughout the project lifecycle including Initiation, Data Acquisition, Configuration, Data Validation, UAT, Tuning and Deployment phases.
Manage all project tasks including schedules, budgets, and resources, to ensure that quality solutions are delivered within time and cost constraints.
Establish relationships and effectively communicate with key members of client team including business users and management personnel.
Prepare project status reports and presentations to keep management, customers and others informed of the project status and issues.
Develop, implement and maintain standard practices for client implementations aligned with the PMs operating model
Communicate and advocate customer requirements and concerns to product management team, R&D and other internal stakeholders
Create & manage project plans. Define project schedules, allocate resources and monitor progress.
Get involved in project at high level for functional and technical aspects.
Co-ordination of multiple projects amongst different internal teams and stake holders.
Align project objectives with company goals, and make sure project team is clear on objective
Plan for project contingencies and anticipate variations that may affect resources, successful implementation.
Follow the company Code of Ethics, procedures always.

Have you got what it takes

Overall, minimum 5-7 years of IT Industry experience
2 or more years of experience in an upper-management role, preferably in program management
Computers / IT / Electronics bachelor's or master's degree (or equivalent) in business administration or related field
Strong working knowledge of Project Management Tools like MPP, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI etc.
Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization
Experience in managing stakeholders.
Working knowledge of Banking and Finance Domain is the MUST.
Outstanding knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes
Proactive and energetics to run the program /s independently (or with minimal support)
PMP or Prince2 certification MUST
Proven experience managing several major projects involving diverse operations and technology groups. Client-facing skills.
Strong problem-solving skills,
Excellent English writing & speaking communication skills.
Proven ability to negotiate and influence business decisions and directions.
Excellent organizational, customer service and people skills
Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

Working in USA (EST) shiftzone (5PM IST to 2AM IST)
Remote Employees - Permanent work from home
Techno functional background would be an added advantage.

What's in it for you

Join an ever-growing, market disrupting, global company where the teams – comprised of the best of the best – work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment! As the market leader, every day at NiCE is a chance to learn and grow, and there are endless internal career opportunities across multiple roles, disciplines, domains, and locations. If you are passionate, innovative, and excited to constantly raise the bar, you may just be our next NiCEr!

Enjoy NiCE-FLEX!

At NiCE, we work according to the NiCE-FLEX hybrid model, which enables maximum flexibility: 2 days working from the office and 3 days of remote work, each week. Naturally, office days focus on face-to-face meetings, where teamwork and collaborative thinking generate innovation, new ideas, and a vibrant, interactive atmosphere.

Requisition ID: 10450

Reporting into: Group Manager

Role Type: Individual Contributor

About NiCE

NICE Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE) software products are used by 25,000+ global businesses, including 85 of the Fortune 100 corporations, to deliver extraordinary customer experiences, fight financial crime and ensure public safety. Every day, NiCE software manages more than 120 million customer interactions and monitors 3+ billion financial transactions.

Known as an innovation powerhouse that excels in AI, cloud and digital, NiCE is consistently recognized as the market leader in its domains, with over 8,500 employees across 30+ countries.

NiCE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, neurotype, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.

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