As a Project Manager- Strategic Initiatives in Wholesale Lending Services, you will be responsible for driving strategy across loan operations teams that support multiple lines of business. You will lead, manage, and execute key cross-functional projects with a focus on process improvement, ensuring operational readiness with sound controls.
Job responsibilities
- Lead the transformation of strategic plans into high-impact programs and projects, utilizing your expertise in project management and strategic thinking to deliver results across various business units.
- Oversee the execution of programs, ensuring alignment with business strategy, effective risk mitigation, and timely delivery of commitments.
- Utilize data analytics to monitor program progress, make informed decisions, and direct necessary adjustments to ensure the successful delivery of program commitments.
- Build, lead, and manage diverse teams, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth, and effectively delegating tasks to ensure efficient and effective achievement of objectives.
- Engage with senior management and stakeholders, providing regular updates on program progress, and collaborating to resolve any arising issues.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Proven ability to lead and manage complex programs or projects, delivering results across various business units, typically demonstrated through 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, with the ability to interpret models, make inferences from data, and provide continuous insight for program execution.
- Proven experience in conflict management, with the ability to identify conflicts, facilitate discussions, and create win-win solutions using collaboration or negotiation strategies.
- Advanced computer literacy, with the ability to effectively use technology to perform tasks, solve problems, and communicate in a professional setting.
- Proficiency in strategic thinking, with the ability to use data to understand issues and opportunities, evaluate potential scenarios, and collaborate on strategy and priority development.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Lean Six Sigma certification or experience demonstrating a strong ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies
- Integrate artificial intelligence solutions to enhance project outcomes and drive data-driven decision-making.
- Implement automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
- Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies.
- Mentor team members to support their professional growth and enhance project management capabilities.