Location: Irving,TX, USA
IT Project Manager (Credit Risk/Commercial lending)
Irving Texas 75039
- reopened this position and resumes they did see were not the right fit. We need to see more resumes with tech data governance/credit risk/lending background.
The Technology Initiative Manager will be responsible for the Program and Project management function within the Information Services Group (ISG) and Institutional Client Group (ICG). S/He will partner with key internal stakeholders (Operations, Technology, Banking, Markets, Commercial Bank, TTS, Compliance and Risk) to drive end-to-end delivery on a Front-to-Back strategy for Credit Risk service model with the focus on lending products that fully supports, satisfies and anticipates the WLCR Target State delivery of the business and our regulators.
The role requires a broad and comprehensive understanding of multiple systems, and practices related to the Credit Risk and syndicated loans function. In-depth knowledge of the industry and direct competitors' products/services is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. S/He will develop and manage medium to long term plans and execute functional strategies for complex regional and country structures requiring coordination and integration across units. S/He will provide input into strategic decisions affecting the various function within a region or business.
The right candidate will have an understanding of the strategic direction of the Credit Risk function within the ICG business. Excellent communication skills are required in order to influence a wide range of audiences. The job may involve both internal and external negotiations which will have a major impact on the area managed, and possibly on related areas and organization as a whole. The candidate is expected to participate in various regulatory program including the execution of Wholesale Credit Risk key strategic initiatives .
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute strategic roadmap to drive execution of credit regulatory initiatives such as WCR (Wholesale Credit Risk), SNC (Shared National Credit) and others, partnering with stakeholder (ICG Business, Operations and Technology, Global Function teams) across the globe to meet the commitment to Regulators on a timely manner
Drive program and project execution effectively applying project management best practices, utilizing iterative and agile methodologies.
Organize, prepare materials and drive various program and project related forums. Record meeting summaries and follow-up actions for distribution to relevant stakeholders.
Assist in high priority regulatory ad hoc projects across their lifecycle by identifying and structuring problems, analyzing root causes, developing solutions, communicating project results, and obtaining buy-in for change.
Effectively partner with key stakeholders and subject matter experts across Technology and Businesses to promote a more integrated approach to program execution.
Drive tactical and strategic planning to ensure the program corrective actions plans are met. This includes identifications, documentation, reviews of multiple deliverables (ICG businesses, Internal Audit, Risk etc.) before distributing to Regulators on a regular basis
Identify, prioritize, and own execution of opportunities, end to end, to drive operational efficiency including Data Quality, completeness, data linage and data coverage
Demonstrates ability to identify potential risk issues that need escalation and escalates them promptly
Support the development of detailed user stories, requirements, data and system flows as part of requirement gathering
Work closely with partners in Technology, Control Functions and Businesses, to ensure consistent, insightful and clear communications.
Drive change management strategy through execution of strategic initiatives
Maintain awareness of changing industry trends, competition and regulations that impact any phase of success of the lending business
Provide functional support to drive continuous improvement across the Loans area
Ensure key results are well defined and clearly communicated with relevant stakeholders
Support all ICG business including Global Functions priorities as needed
Support performance measurement and management ranging from strategic franchise development scorecards to project/function-specific metrics.
Competencies:
Experience working in a global, dynamic environment
Excellent Interpersonal + Communication skills
Strong Leadership and Motivational skills
Project Management certification preferred
Negotiation and Influencing skills
Obtain a unique firm-wide view of Risk Management.
Attention to detail
Superior Planning & Organization skills
Excellent Workflow Management skills / experience
Pro-active, flexible, have good organizational skills and must be team player
Creates executable path and drives meaningful outcome
Virtual /remote management
Innovation and Change Management implementation
Proficient use of JIRA
Proficient use of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Power point, Project)
Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in strategy development and execution related with reg projects
Strong business domain knowledge across Credit Risk/Commercial lending products including securities reference data across various financial products
Experience with a major consulting firm, including senior engagement management roles with client assignments of significant scope in consumer financial services
Experience in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including Agile project work
Demonstrates clear understanding of the drivers of performance and decision making to maximize results. Strategic thinker with proven ability to operationalize the strategy
Robust problem-solving skills
Communication skills and ability to influence others and deliver clearly articulate presentations to senior leaders. Ability to lead and direct a team of knowledge professionals
Education:
Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience