Project Manager

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Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Project Manager for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Irving, TX.

Responsibilities :

Responsible for the Program and Project management function within the Information Services Group (ISG) and Institutional Client Group (ICG).

Partner with key internal stakeholders (Operations, Technology, Banking, Markets, Commercial Bank, TTS, Compliance and Risk) to drive end-to-end delivery on a Front-to-Back strategy for Credit Risk service model with the focus on lending products that fully supports, satisfies and anticipates the WLCR Target State delivery of the business and our regulators.

Requires a broad and comprehensive understanding of multiple systems, and practices related to the Credit Risk and syndicated loans function.

In-depth knowledge of the industry and direct competitors' products/services is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business.

Develop and manage medium to long term plans and execute functional strategies for complex regional and country structures requiring coordination and integration across units.

Provide input into strategic decisions affecting the various function within a region or business.

Have an understanding of the strategic direction of the Credit Risk function within the ICG business. Excellent communication skills are required in order to influence a wide range of audiences. May involve both internal and external negotiations which will have a major impact on the area managed, and possibly on related areas and organization as a whole. Expected to participate in various regulatory program including the execution of Wholesale Credit Risk key strategic initiatives.

Develop and execute strategic roadmap to drive execution of credit regulatory initiatives such as WCR (Wholesale Credit Risk), SNC (Shared National Credit) and others, partnering with stakeholder (ICG Business, Operations and Technology, Global Function teams) across the globe to meet the commitment of the firm to Regulators on a timely manner

Drive program and project execution effectively applying project management best practices, utilizing iterative and agile methodologies.

Organize, prepare materials and drive various program and project related forums. Record meeting summaries and follow-up actions for distribution to relevant stakeholders.

Assist in high priority regulatory ad hoc projects across their lifecycle by identifying and structuring problems, analyzing root causes, developing solutions, communicating project results, and obtaining buy-in for change.

Effectively partner with key stakeholders and subject matter experts across Technology and Businesses to promote a more integrated approach to program execution.

Drive tactical and strategic planning to ensure the program corrective actions plans are met. This includes identifications, documentation, reviews of multiple deliverables (ICG businesses, Internal Audit, Risk etc.) before distributing to Regulators on a regular basis

Identify, prioritize, and own execution of opportunities, end to end, to drive operational efficiency including Data Quality, completeness, data linage and data coverage

Demonstrates ability to identify potential risk issues that need escalation and escalates them promptly

Support the development of detailed user stories, requirements, data and system flows as part of requirement gathering

Work closely with partners in Technology, Control Functions and Businesses, to ensure consistent, insightful and clear communications.

Drive change management strategy through execution of strategic initiatives

Maintain awareness of changing industry trends, competition and regulations that impact any phase of success of the lending business

Provide functional support to drive continuous improvement across the Loans area

Ensure key results are well defined and clearly communicated with relevant stakeholders

Support all ICG business including Global Functions priorities as needed

Support performance measurement and management ranging from strategic franchise development scorecards to project/function-specific metrics.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

7+ years of experience in strategy development and execution related with reg projects

Strong business domain knowledge across Credit Risk/Commercial lending products including securities reference data across various financial products

Experience with a major consulting firm, including senior engagement management roles with client assignments of significant scope in consumer financial services

Experience in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including Agile project work

Demonstrates clear understanding of the drivers of performance and decision making to maximize results. Strategic thinker with proven ability to operationalize the strategy

Robust problem-solving skills

Communication skills and ability to influence others and deliver clearly articulate presentations to senior leaders. Ability to lead and direct a team of knowledge professionals

Experience working in a global, dynamic environment

Excellent Interpersonal + Communication skills

Strong Leadership and Motivational skills

Negotiation and Influencing skills

Obtain a unique firm-wide view of Risk Management at the firm.

Attention to detail

Superior Planning & Organization skills

Excellent Workflow Management skills / experience

Pro-active, flexible, have good organizational skills and must be team player

Creates executable path and drives meaningful outcome

Virtual /remote management

Innovation and Change Management implementation

Proficient use of JIRA

Proficient use of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Power point, Project)

Preferred Skills:

Project Management certification preferred

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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