Lead Project manager. (12 months contract)

Description:

Are you ready to lead transformative change in the heart of global financial operations? We are seeking a driven individual who can effectively lead change initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure the successful execution of projects aligned with our Intelligent Process Model.Key Responsibilities:Follow prescribed principles, templates, and guidelines to support Project and Change Management capability across CIB Operations.Lead the allocated portfolio across all change initiatives to drive impactful execution aligned with our Intelligent Process Model.Influence and coordinate across CIB Operations, Technology, Business, and geographies as needed to ensure successful project implementation.Establish effective and ongoing communication channels across projects to create synergy and alignment for internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrate a complete understanding of organizational process assets and enterprise environmental factors.Manage project scope effectively, ensuring alignment with allocated budgets and reserves.Develop efficient project schedules, ensuring alignment with allocated timelines.Ensure delivery of value across all project elements and uphold quality standards.Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues effectively.Coordinate with vendors and suppliers as required.Manage stakeholder relationships across various levels.Navigate complex internal and external dependencies to drive impactful delivery of the portfolio, aligned with CIB Ops future state.Ensure effective project closure and handover processes.Critical Focus Areas in the Intelligent Transformation Value Chain: 1. *Decide:* Combine thought leadership with relevant tools & frameworks to influence critical program decisions and planning at a portfolio level.2. *Execute:* Leverage and nurture networks to ensure efficient and continuously improving delivery across the portfolio.3. *Realise Value:* Uphold a data-driven approach to benefits realization across the portfolio. Qualifications and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or related field; master’s degree preferred.PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within the financial services industry.Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and portfolios.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.Critical Behavioral Competencies:Making decisionsAdopting practical approachesExploring possibilitiesCritical Technical Competencies:Strategic thinkingResults-focusedDriving decisions with data