Strategy and Project Manager - VP or Director

BPCE•New York, NY

47d

About The Position

Position Overview: The Vice President level Strategy & Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing projects, implementing effective change management strategies, and optimizing key processes. The position involves close collaboration with project sponsors, project directors, and stakeholders across Front Office, Control & Support functions, and the Head Office. This role requires a strategic and collaborative mindset along with exceptional project management skills and the ability to interact and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels. The Organization, Transformation & Strategy team partners with the business to facilitate the development of our platform by leading cross-functional projects aligned with the organization's strategic and operational objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Project Manager, with a proven track record in leading and managing complex, cross-functional projects.
Proficiency in English, both oral and written
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage changing priorities effectively.
Excellent time management skills with a commitment to timely follow-through on commitments.
Comprehensive understanding of program, portfolio, and project management techniques, processes, and methodologies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Previous experience within the financial services industry is preferred.
proficiency in French is a plus.
familiarity with Power BI is a plus.
PMP Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage projects aligned with the organization's strategic objectives, encompassing business development, organizational transformation, and process optimization.
Address ad hoc advisory initiatives and strategic requests to meet business and operational needs.
Oversee the complete project lifecycle, from scoping and implementation to monitoring, reporting, change management, closure, and handover to Business-As-Usual (BAU) operations.
Employ effective project management methodologies, change management practices, and process optimization to ensure project success.
Work collaboratively with team members to foster a culture of communication and teamwork.
Actively contribute to team meetings and share ideas for enhancing project processes and methodologies.
Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously while also being a proactive team player.
Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring successful outcomes across all initiatives.
Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels, facilitating collaboration and information sharing.
Maintain regular communication with internal stakeholders, both locally and at the Head Office, providing updates on project status, risks, and issues.
Prepare and present project updates to project sponsors, directors, and team members to ensure alignment and transparency.
Identify and assess potential project risks, developing effective mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in project management to minimize risks.
Organize and facilitate workshops, meetings, and steering committees to support project execution.
Create comprehensive documentation to capture and memorialize discussions and decisions made during these meetings.
Monitor project progress closely, preparing detailed reports encompassing KPIs, milestone status, risks, issues, and other pertinent project information.
Contribute to the management of the Americas project portfolio process, including the maintenance of the inventory of the firm's projects, preparation of portfolio reporting, and facilitation of committee meetings, including the documentation of minutes and action items.