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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group•Jersey City, NJ

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role plays a critical part in ensuring successful delivery of IT projects by reviewing and validating project funding/drawdown requests, providing strategic guidance to project teams, and safeguarding adherence to corporate governance standards. The position requires a strong ability to assess project feasibility, optimize costs, identify risks, and ensure comprehensive documentation for decision-making. The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day.

Requirements

Bilingual (Japanese/English)
Strong understanding of IT project governance frameworks, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in project management tools such as PlanView, MS Project and familiarity with portfolio management processes.
Solid knowledge of Waterfall and Agile methodologies; ability to guide teams in hybrid environments.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to influence stakeholders and resolve complex issues.
Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and coordinate with senior leadership for approvals.

Nice To Haves

Background in IT project management, PMO, or project governance roles. (PMP holder is preferred.)
Experience in cost optimization, risk assessment, and project feasibility analysis.
Exposure to large-scale, multi-region projects and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

Project Funding & Governance: Review and validate funding/drawdown requests submitted by project teams for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate governance policies. Prepare and package funding requests for expedited approvals, including summarizing key details and updating cost plans. Coordinate with Tokyo Home Office and other stakeholders to secure timely approvals.
Project Advisory & Enablement: Consult with project teams to recommend effective strategies for project execution, balancing cost, schedule, and scope considerations. Provide expert guidance on risk mitigation and resolution of complex project challenges. Ensure alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Tools & Methodologies: Support teams in leveraging project management tools such as PlanView, MS Project, and other relevant platforms. Promote best practices in Waterfall and Agile methodologies, ensuring teams apply the right approach for each initiative.
Risk & Quality Management: Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard project outcomes. Validate that project documentation includes sufficient detail for informed decision-making and audit readiness.