IT Project Senior Manager - EMEA Digital Transformation

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Senior Manager to oversee the project portfolio of our EMEA Digital Transformation team. This role requires a deep understanding of technology project management, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the quality standards, while adhering to Citi's governance and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the EMEA Digital Transformation team's project portfolio, overseeing all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery.

• Maintain up-to-date and high-quality project documentation in PTS, ensuring compliance with PQA standards.

• Proactively identify, engage, and manage project stakeholders, tailoring communication to their level of involvement.

• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, escalating significant matters promptly.

• Collaborate with Technology project governance teams, staying informed of changes in governance, documentation, and methodology.

• Ensure projects align with team objectives and the Regulatory and Management Reporting team's strategy.

• Participate in the budgeting process, forecasting capacity needs, and securing funding for team initiatives.

• Plan resources effectively, anticipating future project demands and ensuring adequate capacity.

• Develop a strong understanding of our technology ecosystem and internal policy environment.

• Cooperate with oversight and lead positions, including application management and partner technology leads.

• Cultivate a client-first mindset within the team, while considering constraints and dependencies.

Required Skills:

• 6-10 years of experience in a related technology role with commensurate technical and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to manage complex IT projects, including planning, execution, and delivery

• Fluency in English

• Strong leadership skills and experience managing and mentoring teams

• Excellent communication, diplomacy, and stakeholder management skills

• Deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practices

• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably financial services

• Flexibility in taking on new challenges, shadowing other team members, occasionally assisting with non-PM tasks

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Track record of successful project management in PTS

• Experience with KNIME or other low-code platforms

• Familiarity with Financial Reporting processes

• Confident in working with Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow

Benefits we can offer:

By joining Citi Hungary, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:

• Cafeteria Program

• Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)

• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)

• Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices

• Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund

• Group Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed

• Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance

• Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines

• Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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