VP US R&C P&D - Project Manager

HSBC Global Services Limited • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Risk & Compliance (R&C) Performance & Delivery (P&D) function supports the US Chief Risk Officer and US Chief Compliance Officer on a broad array of activities required to run an efficient and effective R&C function. Focus areas include People strategy and performance management, Cost Management, Strategy and Planning, Oversight of Chief Administration Office (CAO), Chief Control Office (CCO) and Transformation and other services being provided by US Regional COO, Organizational design, discreet and non-transformation/strategic projects, facilitate strategic decisions and mediate across Senior stakeholders within Global Business (GB), Global Functions (GF); US COO and US Chief Information Office (CIO), mitigating risks and issues as they arise; and Communications. The Project Manager will operate within the US R&C P&D function, driving the execution of strategic initiatives, enhancing operating effectiveness, and ensuring alignment between global R&C priorities and US regulatory and business requirements. This role sits at the center of cross-functional delivery, partnering with R&C sub-functions, the HNAH COO organization, and global stakeholders to design, mobilize, and execute high-impact initiatives. The individual will need to combine structured program management with pragmatic problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Experience in project/program management within Risk, Compliance, or a related control function. Management consultancy experience is also a plus
• Solid experience in independently managing and delivering content-focused projects that cover a broad range of risk or operational processes working across different levels of the organization
• Demonstrated leader with an ownership mindset focused on outcomes and accountability. Sound judgement in navigating risk, regulatory, and business considerations
• Collaborative approach with the ability to bridge global and local requirements.; as well as resilience and adaptability in evolving regulatory and organizational contexts
• Track-record in working/collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. Strong knowledge of transformation / change frameworks and performance improvement methodologies
• Exceptional communication skills with the seniority required to interface directly with the US CRO, CCO, and Global R&C Leadership. Proven ability to articulate complex issues clearly and concisely, present compelling arguments and insight to management to support business decisions
• Ability to distil data into clear narratives, themes, and issues while navigating complexity/ambiguity and unstructured information
• High proficiency in use of technologies and strong presentation skills and proficiency in MS Powerpoint, MS Excel, and other MS Office tools and AI based productivity tools
• Clear record of managing and delivering high number of competing tasks/workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• Sound understanding of Risk and Compliance functions, risk taxonomy, risk management frameworks, and key processes and its role as a 2nd line function in both enabling the business and fulfilling the firm’s risk management responsibilities. Experienced in the unique requirements of the US banking market and regulatory landscape preferred

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead projects from initiation through deployment, developing problem statements, business cases, plans/schedules and milestones, and measurable outcomes
• Manage scope, dependencies, issues and risks. Projects can be R&C-specific or broader US/Group initiatives that impact the US R&C function and operating model
• Regularly present project progress to Leadership clearly and concisely highlighting issues, risks and mitigating actions for awareness and escalation
• Cultivate strong working relationships with the R&C Leadership Team, senior stakeholders at the Group level, and external partners
• Oversee internal controls and services provided by the US CCO function: risk, control assessment, and issues management, including liaison with stakeholders to define required actions, and to provide oversight on progress
• Oversee and manage internal governance and program frameworks (committees/meetings, actions and submissions) – and support delivery of internal governance
• Design standardized templates and lead targeted and structured discovery interviews with SMEs to document existing processes, hand-offs, and outputs. Analyze processes to identify any opportunities for optimization or re-engineering

Benefits

• tailored professional development opportunities
• competitive pay and benefits package
• robust Wellness Hub
• welcoming and inclusive work environment
• industry-leading volunteerism policy
• generous matching gift program
• comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed