FIS · 5 months ago
Project Manager Senior-Non-Technical
FIS is a leading provider of technology solutions for the financial services industry. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for all aspects of assigned complex projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams and managing project risks to ensure successful project delivery.
BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechPayments
Responsibilities
Prioritize projects based on strategic goals, resource availability, and potential ROI
Ensure that resources are allocated and utilized per strategic goals
Plan and coordinate all aspects of projects from initiation through delivery
Manage project initiation activities including identifying contractual obligations, client or business needs and goals, existing situation and necessary contacts
Ensure requirements for internal projects align to operational standards
Develop alternate requirements or documents exceptions as appropriate
Develop, define and execute project plans, project scope, activities, schedules, resources and deliverables
Identify needed resources for projects, define and assign major project roles
Coordinate activities and tasks among project team members, other internal departments and client or vendor/subcontractor organizations as needed to meet project goals and ensure project completion is on schedule, within resource constraints, and of the appropriate quality standards for the project scope
Assign and monitor work of project team, providing analytical support and direction
Maintain and report project status/health (i.e. Executive Dashboard, Project Milestone Gantt, etc.)
May manage the integration of vendor/subcontractor tasks and track and review vendor/subcontractor deliverables, if appropriate for the project
Complete a post-implementation review to identify areas of improvement
Identify project management coordination gaps or areas for improvement and recommends and implements solutions
Manage project risks, issues/problems and activity progress to ensure project goals, e.g., deadline, scope and quality are achieved
Assist with problem resolution or risk mitigation as needed
Serve as liaison between internal organizations as well as in client and vendor/subcontractor organizations to ensure all project targets and requirements are met
Deliver informational and decision-seeking presentations to business groups in FIS and/or in client organizations
Conduct project closure activities to formalize and communicate the project acceptance, handover documentation and ongoing activities to accountable teams
May directly oversee employees assigned to manage specific projects that have a distinct beginning and end
Select, develop and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
Some travel may be required
Other related duties assigned as needed
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience
5 + years' work experience managing projects in financial services or a related industry or related subject matter, e.g., finance/accounting, marketing, sales, business planning, business operations
Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines
Knowledge of financial services industry
Demonstrated skill in managing project resources and timelines
Skill in the use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when there are widely differing viewpoints
Excellent analysis, problem-solving, team conflict management and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact effectively with executive level clients
Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members
Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in nature
Preferred
Project Management Certified (preferred) & in good standing
Benefits
A voice in the future of fintech
Always-on learning and development
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities to give back
Company
FIS
FIS is a fintech firm that provides advance integrated banking, wealth management, risk and compliance, and other solutions.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$10.5BKey Investors
Goldman Sachs
2025-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2022-07-06Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2018-05-22Post Ipo Equity
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