This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.
Role Description SMBC is seeking a IT Project Manager who will lead the delivery of complex technology programs that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
This role oversees end-to-end project lifecycle management, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables, while ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
The position has significant impact on operational efficiency and strategic initiatives within the banking environment.
The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams and establishes program governance structures to drive transparency and accountability.
This role will report to the Director of Compliance Technology.
Role Objectives: Delivery Define program scope, stakeholders, resource requirements, and deliverables; implement standardized templates and communication channels for consistency.
Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders to refine scope and timelines; promote coordination across workstreams to align with overarching objectives.
Establish and manage a Program Management Office (PMO) and Strategic Sourcing Team with clear roles and responsibilities across workstreams.
Engage subject matter experts and process owners to inform program delivery; share impact assessments to encourage buy-in.
Manage vendor relationships, including sourcing, selection, and performance oversight.
Negotiate and administer vendor contracts to ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to align vendor agreements with project objectives and budget constraints.
Secure and manage program budgets, addressing potential overruns and obtaining additional funding when necessary.
Apply Lean and Agile methodologies to optimize program execution.
Monitor program delivery, assess outcomes, and adjust plans or timelines as needed to ensure sustainability and completeness.
Maintain effective communication with leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and timely reporting.
Qualifications and Skills Experience: 5-7 years in IT project or program management with demonstrated success in large-scale technology implementations.
Proven track record managing third-party vendors in technology projects.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field; advanced certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
Skills: Strong organizational and leadership skills; expertise in risk management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement; proficiency in project management methodologies.
Strong vendor management capabilities,including sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
Competencies: Strategic thinking, decision-making under ambiguity, enterprise leadership, customer focus, and driving change.
Reporting Structure: Reports to senior technology leadership; supervises project managers and cross-functional teams.