Project Manager, AVP

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group•Jersey City, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Candidates should have a passion for technology in financial services, strong strategic command, an engaging executive presence, exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills, expertise in relationship-building, and the ability to manage large complex projects with energy and excitement. The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.

Requirements

3+ years of project management experience leading cross functional programs
3+ years of experience working in the financial services industry
Exhibit outstanding influencing 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.
Ability to understand, communicate, and manage technical details and dependencies of projects.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic project leadership and ensure alignment across multiple concurrent projects within a matrixed, highly complex, and regulated environment.
Develop and implement strategic technical project plans that align with organizational objectives and foster effective cross-functional collaboration.
Oversee the execution of complex technology projects by managing project resources, budgets, and timelines while mitigating risks and addressing roadblocks.
Champion continuous improvement by identifying process optimization opportunities and incorporating best practices.
Proactively lead risk mitigation efforts by resolving issues through structured problem-solving, collaboration, and appropriate escalation.
Clearly communicate project status, risks, and impacts to stakeholders, tailoring messaging to suit different audiences.
Design, develop, and manage milestone plans in a dynamic environment, adjusting to evolving project requirements.
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.
Work with cross-functional teams and influence others to work toward common goals, regardless of resource and time constraints.
Report on project status, risks, issues, and key decisions to stakeholders across the organization; escalate critical concerns as needed.
Track project-related financials, including software, hardware, and resource allocations.
Ensure capital investments related to project delivery are managed efficiently and aligned with organizational priorities.