Technology Project Management, Vice President

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •12+ years of Project Management experience leading cross functional programs
• •10+ years of experience working in the financial services industry
• •Exhibit outstanding influencing & negotiation skills to effectively drive project efforts
• •Demonstrate a proven track record of excellent project management in a highly regulated environment, with the ability to quickly establish structure and manage work in a dynamic, complex environment
• •Demonstrate a commitment to collaboration by supporting team development and knowledge sharing
• •Excellent communication and partnership skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders at all levels across the organization, as well as external partners, to manage, inform, and influence outcomes
• •Ability to understand, communicate, and manage technical details and dependencies of projects
• •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• •Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience
• •Project or Program Management professionals with a strong background and interest in technology within the Financial Services sector
• •Proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects
• •Demonstrate excellent leadership abilities
• •Possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• •Be adept in people management, presentations, and negotiations, including interactions with executive leadership
• •Provide hands-on technology project / program management and documentation to support large technology projects with multiple moving parts and a large group of stakeholders
• •Provide strategic project leadership and ensure alignment across multiple concurrent projects within a matrixed, highly complex, and regulated environment
• •Oversee the execution of complex technology projects by managing project resources, budgets, and timelines while mitigating risks and addressing roadblocks
• •Develop and implement strategic technical project plans that align with business objectives and foster effective cross-functional collaboration
• •Clearly communicate project status, risks, and impacts to stakeholders, tailoring messaging to suit different audiences; escalate critical concerns as needed
• •Proactively oversee dependencies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges and minimize risks
• •Manage, track and update project financial / budget on a periodic basis to ensure project budget utilization, support overall financial targets and resource recoveries
• •Proactively lead risk mitigation efforts by resolving issues through structured problem-solving, collaboration, and appropriate escalation
• •Ensure project initiatives are delivered on time and within budget, while supporting organizational processes in a dynamic environment
• •Partner cross-functionally with business and partner groups to provide strategic and tactical thought leadership to effectively deliver against project commitments
• •Gain a thorough knowledge of MUFG's tools, procedures, and methods to efficiently oversee projects, coordinate deliverables, and engage stakeholders
• •Champion continuous improvement by identifying process optimization opportunities and incorporating best practices
• •The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day

Desired Qualifications

• •Project Management experience in the areas below is preferred: Financial Crimes Compliance (AML / Sanctions / Privacy related)
• •Know Your Customer (KYC related)
• •Risk Management (Operational Risk / Third Party Risk related)
• •Financial Management (Accounting / General Ledger related)
• •Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma certification preferred
• •Master's Degree or MBA is a plus