Senior Technical Project Manager

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute?

Reporting to the Head of US Projects, FM, the Senior Technical Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that the projects are executed in line with all contractual obligations to the client in a professional, cost-effective and timely manner, ensuring that Finastra achieves (or improves upon) the planned financial return from the project; within this objective, you should give the client value for money.

The role of the Senior Technical Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to agreed deadlines and within the client’s budget. This includes coordinating resources and efforts of consultants and/or third-party contractors in order to deliver projects according to plan or apply strong change control management as required. The Senior Technical Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. At all times establish and maintain good working relationships with the client, and reinforce the Finastra reputation.  The Senior Technical Project Manager is also financially responsible on projects they manage. Senior Technical Project Manager should be product agnostic, however, they may have specialties in certain business areas. 

Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Your deliverables as a Senior Technical Project Manager will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Produce and maintain a project and quality plan, and conduct the project accordingly. Developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.

• Establish effective and appropriate project governance for the project

• Manage the project staff and other resources assigned to the project.

• Report effectively on project progress, problems encountered and their solutions by means of a project status report and also ad-hoc reports as appropriate.

• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.

• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.

• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

• Liaise with project stakeholders on an on-going basis

• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals

• Ensure proper financial management of the project including tracking planned hour variances and Estimate at Completion (EAC).

• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.

• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.

• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.

• Track project milestones and deliverables.

• Control project financials thru an effective change control process and efficient resources management

• Proactively manage changes in project scope, working with the client and internal project teams.

• Ensure proper risk management by documenting all risks and ensuring effective mitigation strategy. Devise contingency plans as necessary.

• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.

• Develop or enhance best practices and tools for project execution and management

Required Experience:

• 5 years of direct (recent) experience in a similar role in an insurance, financial services or banking institutions with Fixed Price / Scope implementation

• Lending or Trade industry knowledge preferred

• PMP certification preferred

• Experience in implementation and support of complex enterprise software systems

• Thorough understanding of project management methodologies and tools available

• Customer driven and have the ability to work within a team environment

• Strong organization and presentation skills

• English speaker

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!