AVP, Project Analyst (JRI-5419)

The Japan Research Institute (JRI) Limited is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group. SMBC Group is a Tokyo-based bank holding company that is ranked among the largest 25 banks globally by assets under management. JRI provides comprehensive, highly value-added information services through the coordinated application of its 3 functions. i.e. information systems, consulting and think-tank. As a system integrator, JRI offers services in IT strategy planning, implementation and outsourcing to a broad range of industries and activities. JRI Singapore currently supports the overall IT functions of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) in Asia Pacific Region.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and implement end to end projects related to IT Infrastructure according to project governance.
• Provide timely escalation and resolution of major issues to Management and Head Office teams.
• Face internal business and other stakeholders to understand and analyze business requirements, translate business IT requirements to technical requirements.
• Partner with customer’s planning section to ensure alignment of all platform architecture processes, standards, strategies and roadmap.
• Function as a project manager with the responsibility to drive customer’s project and coordinate with internal teams, partners/vendors, and key stakeholders.
• Manage the communication and arrangement internally and externally.
• Prepare and present regular project reports and documentations.
• Ensure that the project status and progress are communicated across to all stakeholders, colleagues and contributors in a meaningful manner.
• Work out full-scaled and precise proposal with technical solution team, coordinate and communicate resource and define clear roles with all project resources.
• Clear understanding of ITIL Change, Problem and Incident management frameworks.
• Work with bank organization and manage vendors to ensure project delivery within the schedule & budget and with expected quality.

Requirements

• Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2).
• More than 8 years of experiences of Project Manager in Banking domain.
• More than 8 years of experience of Project Manager in IT Infrastructure.
• Experienced in Vendor management.
• Capability to lead and drive the IT Infrastructure projects with good project management skills and experiences.
• Proactively socialize with stakeholders and maintain good relationship to steer the tasks.
• Good collaborative attitude for teamwork in project delivery.
• A sense of initiative and proactive action is expected.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• ITIL Certification is preferred.
• Experienced and good knowledge of Microsoft 365 will be advantageous.
• Experienced in DC or Office relocation project is preferred.