Job type
ContractLocation
BelfastWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Project ManagementIndustry
Banking & Financial ServicesPay
p/h
Senior project manager, 6-month contract, Belfast (hybrid), up to £625p/d
We are working with a global financial institution to recruit an experienced project manager. The role will be part of a core central Program Management Team charged with ensuring the timely execution of deliverables across all workstreams.
The candidate must be an individual experienced in project management and with sufficient subject matter expertise in markets products and business lines to be able to provide meaningful solutions that are functional and sustainable. Experience in market risk change projects is preferable.
Key responsibilities:
- Project Management / Transformation / Change management experience with a focus on Capital Markets initiatives to address regulatory, audit, risk and control and / or risk management issues
- Influencing and building collaborative relationships across Global Markets with front-to-back stakeholders, e.g., business, controls, finance, operations, technology, risk management
- Assist in ensuring that all processes and controls are socialized effectively and are approved by the appropriate governance forum
- Manage internal and external dependencies across initiatives, including working closely with Front Office, Markets Control, Risk Managers and Technology teams
- Identify challenges and proactively seek to resolve or escalate risk and issues in a timely and well-articulated manner by engaging relevant stakeholders and PMs
- Produce accurate and insightful project update materials and artifacts, tailoring to various forums and committees
To be considered for this role, you must possess the following skills/experience:
- Experience with Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) and/or other material front office-driven regulatory initiatives
- Experience with Market Risk (or Credit Risk) regulatory initiatives
- A strong & proven track record in strategic project management and delivering complex solutions are essential.
- Significant experience in scoping, developing and prioritizing plans for strategic initiatives
- A solid understanding of mechanisms to track and communicate performance
- Demonstrated analytical skills with follow-up and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience with JIRA and Agile tech framework is a plus
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience
- Experience analysing large datasets using SQL and Excel is a plus
Although the role is initially until the end of the year, there is a high possibility of extension.
This role would require to be in the office at least 3 days per week in Belfast. If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to diarmuid.lavery@hays.com.
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