Technology Project Management, Vice President

Job Description

We seek Project or Program Management professionals with a strong background and interest in technology within the Financial Services sector. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects, demonstrate excellent leadership abilities, possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and be adept in people management, presentations, and negotiations, including interactions with executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technology project / program management and documentation to support large technology projects with multiple moving parts and a large group of stakeholders
• Strategically lead projects 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
• Continuously maintain plans, adjust to evolving project requirements, and 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
• 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

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
• Able to understand, communicate, and manage technical details and dependencies of projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

Preferred

• 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

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience

Pay

The typical base pay range for this role is as follows: New York / New Jersey: $137k – $189k depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

Schedule

The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day.