Financial Crimes Project Manager

Regions Bank•Hoover, AL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Project Manager leads large or multiple complex projects with significant scope and impact while working independently on difficult assignments that are broad in nature requiring ingenuity with some latitude for un-reviewed actions or decisions. This position partners with business leaders and managers to manage projects and their delivery through multi-disciplinary teams to achieve specific business outcomes while being held accountable for project results. This position may have supervisory responsibilities for 2 -5 associates.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related degree
Eight (8) years of project management related experience
Five (5) years of banking or financial services experience
Ability to create and deliver influential large scale project communications with clarity, confidence, and enthusiasm
Deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practices (Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Agile, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to manage time and multiple commitments / projects simultaneously
Expertise with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
Superior written / verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills
Understanding of leadership development and engagement techniques in professional corporate settings

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Master's degree
Management / supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Shapes/leads organizational efforts translating strategy into results by converting business needs into tangible delivery work
Defines, develops, and manages the overall project schedule to ensure work is assigned and completed on time and within budget
Guides teams through project structuring, problem definition, issues identification, and resolution development using problem solving principles and past experience
Identifies, prioritizes, and quantifies project opportunities based on assessment activities and an understanding of high-level vision, performance gaps, and needs relative to business drivers within the banking industry
Identifies, engages, and leads multi-disciplinary teams to plan and deliver the business outcomes of the projects assigned
Assesses and manages risk throughout the project life cycle and works with key stakeholders to deliver risk mitigation plans as needed
Identifies and shapes opportunities to provide or create additional business value
Maintains responsibility and accountability for quality and accuracy of all deliverables associated with the projects assigned
Executes departmental projects and tasks as assigned
Mentors other associates in developing/honing business knowledge, analytical skills, and project management skills
Lead and oversee the fraud workstream within complex projects, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and objectives.
Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets specific to fraud detection, prevention, and recovery initiatives.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including analysts, investigators, IT specialists, and stakeholders, to execute project tasks effectively.
Identify, assess, and mitigate fraud risks through the implementation of robust control measures and monitoring mechanisms.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and success criteria related to fraud prevention, detection, and recovery efforts.
Monitor and report on project progress, milestones, and key performance indicators to senior management and project stakeholders.
Conduct regular risk assessments and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement in fraud detection processes and systems.
Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory requirements related to fraud prevention and detection.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all fraud-related inquiries, escalations, and issues within the project.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of fraud prevention strategies and tools.
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to project team members to ensure successful project delivery and achievement of objectives.