Senior Specialist, Project Manager

Team Overview:

Clearance and Collateral Technology (CCT) builds critical platforms to support the Clearance and Collateral Management line of business and its customers. The Clearance and Collateral Management (CCM) business provides a leading collateral management service globally with over $5 trillion in average balances and global securities clearing and settlement services in 100 markets. In the US, under the wholly owned subsidiary BNYM Government Securities Services (GSS), CCM is the sole provider of US Government clearance & settlement services for all Primary Dealers inclusive of primary & secondary issuance while also supporting all Federal Reserve Open Market Operations settling approximately $11 trillion daily. Given this unique role, GSS and its activities are highly regulated by the US Federal Reserve and governed by an independent Board of Directors CCM is the largest tri-party collateral manager globally with over 60% market share.

Considering the criticality of the business in the financial marketplace, CCT must build highly resilient and secure platforms with open functional capabilities and a superior digital experience for our clients.

We are seeking strong Project & Program managers who can adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. If you thrive on solving problems, thinking critically, and creating change, we want you to be a part of our team.

Role Overview:

Senior Specialist, Project Manager ->> Leads and provides some direction and guidance for a wide array of activities associated with project planning and management to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget and to client specifications. Manages and oversees the end to end project management activities such as project reporting, project planning, issue / risk identification and tracking, scope management, estimation, client management, relationship management and other project documentation preparation for projects of medium to high business complexity (involving multiple systems interfaces that are highly visible to the organization). Directs and controls all work performed within the framework of the Work Structure. Develops detailed project plans and schedules application/infrastructure projects, including goals, risks and resource allocation. Monitors project results for significant deviations. Manages vendor and client relations to ensure that service expectations are developed and met. Maintains regular contact with clients and coordinates and reports on project progress and accomplishments. May provide input for (project) team member performance appraisals. Works with all required Information Technology functions and groups to effectively plan and execute the project. May coordinate resources across organizational boundaries. Serves as a liaison between clients and internal technical groups to ensure delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to specification. Manages communication with the business at a detailed functional level and discusses/resolves issues. Manages client expectations and ensures project delivery in conformance with company software development life cycle methodologies. Contributes to the achievement of area objectives.

Job Description:

• Manages and oversees end to end project management functions such as budget, forecast, scope, resources, risks, change management, stakeholder management, and artifact preparation for projects of medium to high business complexity
• Partners with all stakeholders in working groups and governance forums to ensure status is well understood and deviations from plan are properly framed and escalated
• Drives decision making across project teams in technology, operations, and business to resolve issues, manage changes, and continuously frame priorities and replan
• Directs and controls all work performed within the framework of the Delivery Life Cycle and guides the team to adhere to BNYM Program Management policies and procedures
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Prince 2 certification is beneficial
• Ability to work among multicultural and global teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, PPM, BluePrint, SharePoint, ServiceNow is helpful
• Excel and .ppt proficiency
• Agile knowledge and experience is a plus

Qualification:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in business management or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial, 8 - 10 years of related project management experience required, experience with technology or financial services industry is a plus

What we can offer you:

• Working with dynamic and experienced teams; the opportunity to make a difference
• Challenging, fun and supportive environment
• Highly competitive benefits package

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team - one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve - and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.