Project Manager

As a Project Manager, your role involves delivering projects that meet stakeholder expectations, align with strategic priorities, and create value for the organization. You will be responsible for developing detailed project plans, timelines, and achieving project goals efficiently. It is crucial to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize disruptions and promptly resolve issues to maintain project momentum. Your coordination with cross-functional teams is vital to ensure clear communication and act as a bridge between technical teams, business units, and leadership. Tracking project milestones, performance metrics, deliverables, and providing regular status updates to all relevant stakeholders is essential for successful project management. Key Responsibilities: - Project Planning and Initiation - Ensure all projects contribute to organizational objectives - Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders - Develop a comprehensive project plan, timelines, and milestones - Execution and Delivery - Ensure projects are executed within the defined scope and timeline - Monitor and control project progress, making adjustments as needed to address issues - Deliver high-quality project outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations - Stakeholder Engagement and Communication - Lead/navigate cross-functional project teams (Business units, IT, Product, Vendors), ensuring collaboration and effective communication - Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide periodical updates - Manage stakeholder expectations and address concerns promptly - Risk Management - Identify, analyze, and prioritize project risks throughout the lifecycle - Implement mitigation plans to address potential risks proactively - Performance Tracking and Reporting - Track project performance using tools, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) - Provide detailed reports and presentations to stakeholders and leadership highlighting project milestones, risks, and outcomes - Quality Assurance - Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, enhance customer experience, and align with project objectives - Conduct regular reviews and audits to maintain quality throughout the project lifecycle - Maintain accurate project documentation for audits and knowledge management - Change Management - Develop and implement change management plans to support the adoption of new processes, technologies, or products - Train and support staff to adapt to project outcomes, ensuring smooth transitions Qualifications: - Graduation and Post-Graduation - Certifications: - Lean/Six Sigma trained/certified (minimum Green Belt) - Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster - Strong understanding of banking operations, products, and regulatory requirements - Expertise in Project Management tools (Microsoft Project) - Proficiency in Collaboration & Reporting tools (Microsoft Teams, Tableau, Power BI) - Competency in Business Process Reengineering for optimizing workflows & processes - Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills Experience Required: - Minimum experience of 10-15 years - Exposure to banking is preferable Your educational qualifications, certifications, and experience align with the requirements for this Project Manager role. Your expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and change management will be instrumental in delivering successful project outcomes and driving organizational value.,