Senior Project Manager

Hanmi Bank • Los Angeles, CA

11h

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning and implementation of assigned projects.  The Project Manager collaborates with the business owner to facilitate the definition of the project objectives, requirements, deliverables, timeline and costs.  Responsibilities of the project manager include the development of the project plan, assembly of the project team, documentation of project activities, tracking the mitigation of project risks and issues and on-time communication of project status to the project and management team.

Demonstrates knowledge of, adherence to, monitoring and responsibility for compliance with state and federal regulations and laws as they pertain to this position including but not limited to the following: GLBA(Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act), Regulation Z (Truth in Lending Act), Regulation DD (Truth in Savings Act) Regulation B (Equal Credit Opportunity Act), Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd Frank Act), Elder Abuse Laws, Bank Secrecy Act in conjunction with the USA PATRIOT Act, Anti-Money Laundering and Customer Information Program, Right to Financial Privacy Act (state and federal) and Community Reinvestment Act.

Requirements

• Advanced degree such as a Master’s degree in Business Administration or the like is preferred; and 6 or more years of experience and/or training in project management or management consulting preferably within the financial services industry; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational experience, through in-house training sessions, formal school or financial industry related curriculum, should be applicable to the financial industry.
• Demonstrated work experience in translating board, corporate and business unit strategies into policies, procedures, business requirements, organizational blueprints and operational plans.
• Basic knowledge of related state and federal Banking compliance regulations, Company policies and procedures, and the Company’s products and services.
• Working knowledge of implementing financial systems, including core banking, electronic banking, operations, project management systems, accounting and / or IT systems preferred.
• Demonstrated thought leadership or working experience in the latest technology and digital topics affecting the financial industry, which include but are not limited to: big data, machine learning, mobile apps, cloud computing and cyber security, is preferred.
• Working experience with large data sets, data analytics, and data visualization is required.
• Working experience using Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, Word or similar project planning and reporting tools required.
• Basic knowledge of related state and federal Banking compliance regulations, Company policies and procedures, and the Company’s products and services.
• Excellent Organization and time management skills.
• Advanced math skills; ability to calculate interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages; balance accounts; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; locate routine mathematical errors; compute rate, ratio and percent, including the drafting and interpretation of bar graphs.
• Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions and instruct others, train personnel, write reports, correspondence and procedures, and speak clearly to customers and employees.
• Thorough understanding of management procedures; ability to plan department or Company activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, and developing policies and procedures); initiative to organize various functions necessary to accomplish department or Company activities; effectively staff (selecting, training and developing employees); directing employees towards the desired objectives (delegating, motivating, resolving problems); controlling the function (developing performance standards, measuring results, taking corrective action and rewarding employees as appropriate).
• Ability to deal with complex problems involving multiple facets and variables in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to work with no supervision while performing duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex duties as per the defined project management methodology and standards inclusive of project initiation and scoping, project approval, project planning, project kickoff, project execution, and project closing, as well as the required project stakeholder communication and project status.
• Translates corporate and or business unit strategy project requirements into project objectives, and tasks, manages task assignments to project resources and reports on and manages project scope throughout the project life cycle.
• Develops complex, and detailed project schedules, projects estimates, resources plans, and status reports.
• Uses project management methodologies and data-driven approach to validate project assumptions, objectives, and estimates as needed.
• Responsible for tracking and escalating any issues that prevent on-time, on-scope, on budget delivery.
• Defines, assembles, and manages more complex project team to ensure project objectives are met.
• Interfaces with all areas affected by the project, including end users, services organizations, vendors and implementation partners.
• Understands and applies change control procedures effectively.
• Documents project activities and readies project documentation for audit request.
• Provides support to all areas of the department as directed or where service or assistance is needed; demonstrates superior customer service with appropriate follow through with involved customers and employees.
• Handles internal notification, research and resolution of potential issues; takes appropriate action and follows up with corresponding areas and members of management; summarizes results and actions on a monthly basis for reporting and tracking purposes; changes reporting as needed in response to findings.
• May be responsible for overseeing , direction and training of department staff.
• Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the company’s goals and values.
• Performs the position safely, without endangering the health or safety to themselves or others and will be expected to report potentially unsafe conditions.  The employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to the OSHA Act of 1970, which are applicable to one’s own actions and conduct.
• Performs duties specific to the position and other functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Successful candidates may be eligible for bonus, stock, commissions, and incentives at the Company’s sole discretion.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which vary depending on the position ultimately offered.
• All employees are offered paid sick time off.
• Depending on the position offered, benefits packages may include vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance packages for employees and dependents; various other voluntary benefit offers, and optional retirement accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level