Nomura Mumbai , IN 46615
Posted 3 weeks ago
Division overview:
CMT is one of the unique Cross functional, Cross Divisional and Cross Regional teams which services transformation and change for the all the Nomura business units across the world. We are a fungible pool of people working within a team of professionals from different background who are key drivers of firms' priority projects and programs. We are keen on investing within our team's constant upskilling and upgrading of capabilities.
Role Overview:
As a Sr. Project Manager, you are responsible for driving the connected Stakeholder agenda, bringing the best capabilities for improving stakeholder experience and building and maintaining senior stakeholder relationships. We are looking for someone with strong work ethic to join a dynamic and fast growing division, and who will play a key role in delivering firm critical projects.
Key responsibilities:
Create value for the organization by leading complex projects independently, driving regulatory and strategic change initiatives
Own the project design and delivery right from building the case to delivering the outcomes and enable achievement of strategic goals of the business
Develop and enhancing relationships with our key stakeholders, understand the business and navigate within the organization to drive programs effectively
Bring diverse and thought provoking perspectives and point of view to explore solutions working for the stakeholders
Explore trends and new, innovative ideas that will positively impact the division, in addition to the existing practices/processes followed within the division.
Contribute towards building the capability for the function to efficiently and effectively manage the project and coach/share colleagues who are managing projects.
Ensure standardization in the project/change management practices adopted and align them to the organization goals
Host SteerCo and drive discussions/decisions working with the project leader/supervisor
Work with Technology, Operations, Finance, and Front Office to identify and maximize opportunities that help in delivery of projects and to improve product, service and program business processes
Prepare project reports (weekly project update, monthly status update, highlighting risks, resource utilization, analyses trends, recommends adjustments that address or capitalize on these changes.)
Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:
Excellent project and programme management skills including experience in large cross functional and/or cross geographical programmes
Experience in managing Front Office to Back Office architecture overhaul projects which require co-ordination across multiple Corporate functions and Technology partners
Sound understanding of standard financial products like Derivatives, Bonds, Loans, Equity.
Ability to operate in both agile and waterfall style project methodologies and have an understanding of deliverables required for each methodology
Creative problem-solving ability, inquisitive mind-set, comfortable with working on ambiguous situations. Ability to work independently with limited oversight.
Attention to detail and high quality standards of documentation, processes and control environment
Detailed knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, Project and Visio. Knowledge of PowerBI and Alteryx would be preferred.
Confident self-starter who can work under pressure, using their own initiative and with the drive to see projects through to completion
Excellent Communication, Organization and Documentation Skills
Experience in managing Sr. Stakeholder relationships
Ability to deliver high quality assignments under time pressure
Experience in the full E2E systems delivery lifecycle (SDLC)
Flexibility (Openness to Change) - Adapts effectively to changing plans, domains and priorities; Is open and flexible when faced with changing project constraints
Proficiency in data analysis, virtualization and BI solutions - SQL, Python, Dremio, PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau etc would be an added advantage
Demonstrates effectiveness in tackling complex assignments, balancing competing priorities and managing multiple stakeholders
Ability to grow and develop people working for them.
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