Data Project Manager

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Job Overview

Data Project Manager

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution?

By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Team/Role Overview

The Data Project Manager holds primary responsibility for the successful delivery of projects within the investor Services Change team, with a strong focus on across multiple lines of business like: Middle Office, Fund Accounting, ETF, Transfer Agency, Collateral & Reconciliation functions.

What you’ll do

This role requires a commitment to continuous process improvement, efficient technical solution delivery, and the ability to manage complex cross-functional initiatives, contributing to the standardization and optimization of our investment fund services.

• Project Planning & Execution: Develop scope-aligned project plans, oversee multiple projects, and ensure timely and accurate execution of initiatives impacting Transfer Agency, Fund Accounting, and Middle Office functions. Formulate project plans that assess resource requirements and timescales for execution.
• Scope Management: Effectively manage scope creep, ensuring project objectives remain aligned with business goals and preventing unauthorized changes in funds-related projects.
• Dependency Management: Proactively identify and manage cross-team and regional dependencies, mitigating risks and ensuring seamless project flow across funds operations.
• Business Impact & Value: Go beyond "on-time" delivery to measure project success in terms of business impact, value realization, and adoption of process/system changes within the funds domain.
• Communication & Adoption: Drive effective communication and adoption strategies for process and system changes that impact multiple teams, ensuring smooth transitions and user buy-in for funds services initiatives.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively manage stakeholders at all levels, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment on project objectives across TA, FA, and MO.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop robust mitigation plans to address potential project risks within the funds environment. Take proactive actions targeted at minimizing and mitigating implementation risk.
• Resource Management: Effectively prioritize and manage resources, optimizing allocation to achieve project goals efficiently for funds change projects.
• Book of Work Management: Manage the book of work across different functions, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Conflict Resolution: Skillfully resolve conflicts that may arise within project teams or among stakeholders, maintaining a collaborative environment.
• Change Influence: Ability to influence change at different levels of the organization, promoting adaptability and innovation in funds operations.
• System Development & Onboarding: Lead system developments and new business onboarding projects across Operations, facilitating change implementation through efficient technical solutions and testing support.
• Team Support & People Management: Support manager with running team meetings, providing feedback for 1-2-1s and appraisals, and fostering a positive and professional working environment. Lead and develop project team members, providing guidance and mentorship to foster their professional growth.

What we’ll need from you

• Minimum 5 years or more of relevant experience in project management or program management within a complex corporate environment, with a strong preference for the financial services industry.
• Funds Domain Expertise (Required): Minimum 3+ years of experience managing projects related to investment fund operations, specifically in Fund Accounting, Middle Office, and/or Transfer Agency functions.
• Project Management Fundamentals: Proficient in Project Management fundamentals.
• Risk Management: Experience in conducting project risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.
• PMP or other relevant project management certifications.
• Experience in overseeing multiple test projects, timelines, budgets, and quality gates.
• Experience in defining overall test strategy and aligning with business objectives.
• Experience in working with external vendors/offshore teams.
• Leadership & Influence: Exemplifies leadership qualities towards achieving desired results, drives innovative approaches, and possesses a self-dependent leadership style in complex programs. Ability to manage or lead project teams/departmental projects, provide support to team managers, and mentor junior staff.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Strong verbal and written communication skills, effective stakeholder management, and ability to present complex information clearly.
• Tools: Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or Commerce, or a related field.

What we can offer you

By joining Citi Solutions Center Poland, 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 base salary (which is annually reviewed) and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• Private Medical Care Program
• Life Insurance Program
• Pension Plan contribution (PPE Program)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
• Sport Card
• Holidays Allowance
• Sport and team recreation activities
• Special offers and discounts for employees
• Access to an array of learning and development resources
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• A chance to make a difference with various affinity networks and charity initiatives

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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Job Family Group:

Operations - Core

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Job Family:

Operations Project Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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