Vice President, IT Project Governance/Enablement and Tokyo Head Office Liaison (Bilingual Japanese/English) jobs in United States
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MUFG · 1 day ago

Vice President, IT Project Governance/Enablement and Tokyo Head Office Liaison (Bilingual Japanese/English)

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community. This role plays a critical part in ensuring successful delivery of IT projects by reviewing project funding requests and providing strategic guidance to project teams while adhering to corporate governance standards.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Review and validate funding/drawdown requests submitted by project teams for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate governance policies
Prepare and package funding requests for expedited approvals, including summarizing key details and updating cost plans
Coordinate with Tokyo Home Office and other stakeholders to secure timely approvals
Consult with project teams to recommend effective strategies for project execution, balancing cost, schedule, and scope considerations
Provide expert guidance on risk mitigation and resolution of complex project challenges
Ensure alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Support teams in leveraging project management tools such as PlanView, MS Project, and other relevant platforms
Promote best practices in Waterfall and Agile methodologies, ensuring teams apply the right approach for each initiative
Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard project outcomes
Validate that project documentation includes sufficient detail for informed decision-making and audit readiness

Qualification

IT project governance frameworksProject management toolsWaterfallAgile methodologiesBilingual (Japanese/English)Cost optimizationRisk assessmentProject feasibility analysisAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bilingual (Japanese/English)
Strong understanding of IT project governance frameworks, financial controls, and compliance requirements
Proficiency in project management tools such as PlanView, MS Project and familiarity with portfolio management processes
Solid knowledge of Waterfall and Agile methodologies; ability to guide teams in hybrid environments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to influence stakeholders and resolve complex issues
Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and coordinate with senior leadership for approvals

Preferred

Background in IT project management, PMO, or project governance roles. (PMP holder is preferred.)
Experience in cost optimization, risk assessment, and project feasibility analysis
Exposure to large-scale, multi-region projects and cross-functional coordination

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Retirement plans
Educational assistance and training programs
Income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities
Paid maternity and parental bonding leave
Paid vacation
Sick days
Holidays

Company

MUFG (Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group) is one of the world's leading financial groups.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Greidy Puig
Vice President Finance- Business Unit CFO
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Mark Fernandez
Vice President, Global Markets CFO Office
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