Develop and implement PMO frameworks, methodologies, and governance structures
- Oversee project portfolio management
- Monitor project performance, RAID management across all areas for emerging risks / issues
- Create and maintain project management templates, tools, and documentation
- Lead project status reporting and executive communications
- Manage project budget tracking and financial reporting
- Track deadlines and ensure timely project delivery
- Facilitate project review meetings and steering committee sessions
- Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes and methodologies
- Drive cost optimization and efficiency programs
- Act as single point of contact for all stakeholders and manage inbound and outbounds communications
- Co-ordinate and deliver Various MIS /dashboards /packs for senior management review
- Lead process standardization and automation initiatives
Domain / Technical
- 10-12 years of relevant experience in the financial industry.
- Prior experience in Compliance or Risk and Control functions including independent review, reporting, operational risk and control framework development / implementation.
- Possess excellent communication and organisation skills and be able to manage multiple projects.
- Previous experience working on operating model and technology implementation projects where the two aspects are closely aligned
- Previous experience in business requirements gathering, process analysis and business process redesign
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholder communities with varying levels of experience
- Ability to conduct key stakeholder and sponsor interactions with sensitivity and maturity
- Ability to take feedback, and build strong partnerships with stakeholders (business owners and functional SMEs) of the programme
- Ability to effectively escalate and resolve cross-regional stakeholder conflicts
- Ability to develop impactful written presentations and participate effectively in meetings
- Ability to work under limited supervision ( self-starter ) in unstructured environments
- Ability to work flexibly to accommodate global working patterns
- Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into a workable solution which can then be delivered
- High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure
- Familiarity with documentation tools (e.g. Confluence, Visio, Powerpoint etc.)
- Desired: Certifications in business analysis and/or project management are advantageous .
- Relevant Compliance /Operational Risk professional qualifications are an added advantage but not essential.
- Possess financial services knowledge and experience, ideally in capital markets / investment banking context.
- Be a self-starter and display a proactive approach.
- Flexibility (willingness to Change) - ability to adapt effectively to changing plans and priorities, and to be open and flexible when faced with changing circumstances.
Interpersonal
- Have excellent communication and IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Have strong attention to detail and produce accurate reports
- Collaborates within and across teams, involving the right people
- Critical thinking, Risk Management, Conflict Management
