Programme Manager - T*op 500 Fortune Financial Institution

Guangzhou 灵活 View Job Description
Our client is a lead*ing Fortune Global 500 financial institution, and their team in Guangzhou is currently seeking a senior programme manager to support the implementation of core internal projects.
  • Work and life balance
  • Multinational organisation - Excellent platform

About Our Client

Our client is a globally renowned financial institution, primarily engaged in computer software development, architecture, design, maintenance, and technical consulting services, as well as management of projects, data centers, and risk control. They continuously launch outstanding fintech products, serving dozens of regions and countries both domestically and internationally.
Currently, their team in Guangzhou is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Project Manager to lead and drive multiple transformation projects within our organization. This role requires close collaboration with the Centre Management Team, Global Business Management Team, and Transformation Team.

Job Description

You will serve as the primary person in charge of the project, reporting directly to the leadership of the Transformation Project Group and the Group COO, and will need to work closely with core departments within the group. Our client is looking for a candidate with strong project management knowledge and experience, adept at collaborating with stakeholders, and having a solid background in change management skills.Programme & Project Management:

  • Strategic Programme Management: Lead and oversee multiple transformation programmes from initiation to execution, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and a focus on academic research projects.
  • Resource Integration: Support the implementation of corporate strategy, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and preference will be given to those with experience in project management involving academic and corporate cooperation.
  • Overall Project Control: Develop comprehensive programme roadmaps, strategic plans, and resource models for the successful implementation of research projects and other initiatives.
  • Stakeholder Management: Assemble and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring effective collaboration between internal stakeholders, external vendors, and academic partners.
  • Budget Management: Build and maintain complex project plans that optimize cost, efficiency, and outcomes for research-focused initiatives.
  • Risk Management: Track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful programme delivery.

Strategic Planning & Execution:

  • Collaborate with Leadership Team: Enhance strategic execution capabilities, accelerate execution, and provide a clear path to achieving key financial and business metrics.
  • Quickly Gain In-depth Understanding: Of internal organizational structures, processes, and functions to drive impactful change, particularly in the context of integrating academic research.
  • Scan External Ecosystems and Industry B*est Practices: Align global transformation initiatives with emerging trends and innovations in academic research and technology.
  • Develop Strategic Papers: Articulate the objectives, methodologies, and anticipated outcomes of various initiatives within the Technology Center.
  • Ensure Alignment with Corporate Goals: Contribute to long-term business growth, with a particular emphasis on leveraging academic insights and innovations.

The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years of experience: In business process improvement, lead*ing large projects/programmes in complex cross-functional organisations and/or environments, with a focus on academic research.
  • Managing Expectations of Global/Regional Senior Stakeholders: Timely planning and reporting within a matrix organization through effective partner management, change management, and conflict resolution.
  • Strong Project Management Skills: Ability to respond swiftly and effectively.
  • Cross-Business Group, Cross-Cultural, Cross-Market, and Cross-Functional Influence.
  • Ability to Analyze Key Financial and Business KPIs: From a centre perspective.
  • Proven Leadership Experience and Influence Skills: Delivering outcomes through others.
  • Professional Networking Skills: Managing conflicting expectations.
  • Excellent Communication (Written, Verbal, and Listening), Consulting, and Influence Skills: Strong ability to develop strategic papers.

What's on Offer

  • Core projects;
  • Six insurances and one housing fund;
  • Conveniently located in the city center with easy access to transportation;
Contact
Sylvie He
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6679707
Phone number
+862022830240

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Project / Programme Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Guangzhou
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Sylvie He
Consultant phone
+862022830240
Job Reference
JN-022025-6679707

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