Job Description

The PMO must be capable of working within all phases of the project lifecycle from initiation through to closure, and within initiatives that deliver change to one group as well as changes that deliver across the entire organisation. The PMO must have excellent interpersonal skills to motivate and support a project team, without direct authority, relying on their ability to influence others to drive results. Following the Eastspring Investments Project Lifecycle, the PMO is primarily responsible for ensuring the project and or programme governing theThe PMO will typically work on multiple initiatives or workstreams and must be capable of navigating both complex business and technology initiatives.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Supports and maintains Portfolio/ Programme/ Project Level Governance control procedures for managing portfolio wide initiatives such as resource utilisation, change control and portfolio development as well as maintenance. Supports and maintains project management methodologies to ensure a consistent approach to project delivery is taken across the portfolio, through the use of project management tools, processes and practices. Ensures alignment and compliance to the Programme Governance Framework. Understands both Waterfall and Agile delivery methods and adheres to their standards. Completes quality assurance review checks to monitor the quality of project reporting and deliverables to drive improvements across the portfolio. Proactively highlights & escalates delivery risks and issues to senior management - providing an independent view of project and programme health. Craft content oriented and visually aesthetic PowerPoint presentations Prepare presentations for Governance forums, minute the meetings and track actions, Risks & Issues to closure. A good understanding of the SDLC and the parts that each group plays - with ability to drive this across a hybrid of Waterfall and Agile methodology Supports Head of PMO to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and ensure tracking and monitoring of actuals to budget (On Needs basis) Demonstrable experience in governing and supporting projects to successful conclusions. Experience in the refinement, deployment, and general usage of standard governance methods. Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word & Excel Proven ability to effectively assess and mitigate project risks and dependencies. Experienced in effectively communicating with and positively influencing project stakeholders and team members.-------------------------CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES Dynamic individual who is able to navigate the organisation successfully with excellent influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to resolve issues in a manner that build trusts, delivers successful project outcomes and drives the organisation's strategic agenda. High energy, drive with strong change management experience. Has over 3-5 years of experience working as a PMO/PM within either fund management or capital markets. This experience could have been gained as an employee of the financial institution or as a consultant working on assignment. Attention to detail, persistence to complete tasks and resolve issues & risks. Pro-active / takes initiative. Has experience of working across / covering multiple jurisdictions Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within cost against a recognized project management methodology. Experience in Change Management and Target Operating Model Re-engineering. Experience in Asset Management Solution Delivery and/or BlackRock Aladdin solution knowledge and product skills an advantage Strong Business knowledge of 1 or more of the following business areas: Distribution, Investments, Finance and Risk (incldg Legal & Compliance) Understanding of ESG and implementation of ESG within an Asset Management companyEDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS Educated to a bachelor degree level. Project Management Certified (PMP), Prince 2 etc).KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Supports and maintains Portfolio/ Programme/ Project Level Governance control procedures for managing portfolio wide initiatives such as resource utilisation, change control and portfolio development as well as maintenance. Supports and maintains project management methodologies to ensure a consistent approach to project delivery is taken across the portfolio, through the use of project management tools, processes and practices. Ensures alignment and compliance to the Programme Governance Framework. Understands both Waterfall and Agile delivery methods and adheres to their standards. Completes quality assurance review checks to monitor the quality of project reporting and deliverables to drive improvements across the portfolio. Proactively highlights & escalates delivery risks and issues to senior management - providing an independent view of project and programme health. Craft content oriented and visually aesthetic PowerPoint presentations Prepare presentations for Governance forums, minute the meetings and track actions, Risks & Issues to closure. A good understanding of the SDLC and the parts that each group plays - with ability to drive this across a hybrid of Waterfall and Agile methodology Supports Head of PMO to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and ensure tracking and monitoring of actuals to budget (On Needs basis) Demonstrable experience in governing and supporting projects to successful conclusions. Experience in the refinement, deployment, and general usage of standard governance methods. Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word & Excel Proven ability to effectively assess and mitigate project risks and dependencies. Experienced in effectively communicating with and positively influencing project stakeholders and team members.-------------------------CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES Dynamic individual who is able to navigate the organisation successfully with excellent influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to resolve issues in a manner that build trusts, delivers successful project outcomes and drives the organisation's strategic agenda. High energy, drive with strong change management experience. Has over 3-5 years of experience working as a PMO/PM within either fund management or capital markets. This experience could have been gained as an employee of the financial institution or as a consultant working on assignment. Attention to detail, persistence to complete tasks and resolve issues & risks. Pro-active / takes initiative. Has experience of working across / covering multiple jurisdictions Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within cost against a recognized project management methodology. Experience in Change Management and Target Operating Model Re-engineering. Experience in Asset Management Solution Delivery and/or BlackRock Aladdin solution knowledge and product skills an advantage Strong Business knowledge of 1 or more of the following business areas: Distribution, Investments, Finance and Risk (incldg Legal & Compliance) Understanding of ESG and implementation of ESG within an Asset Management companyEDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS Educated to a bachelor degree level. Project Management Certified (PMP), Prince 2 etc).
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