Come join us
**Together we do what matters.**
Skills and experiences
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in portfolio management, project management, or a related role, within the Banking and/or Insurance industry.
- Proven experience managing large-scale system integration projects.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
About you
Characteristics that demonstrate success for this role:
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
What you'll do
**Client Management**:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships.
- Understand client needs and requirements and ensure these are effectively communicated to the delivery team.
- Regularly update clients on project progress, manage expectations, and address any issues or concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with the Sales Accounts to develop the business on the Client.
**Project Delivery**:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Develop detailed project plans, allocate resources, and manage the delivery schedule.
- Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, reporting on progress and any necessary adjustments.
**Team Leadership**:
- Strong management skills, strategic thinking and problem solving skills
- Oversee a team of project managers, coordinators, and other delivery staff.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
**Process Improvement**:
- Identify opportunities for improving delivery processes and implement best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
**Risk Management**:
- Identify potential risks to project success and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and manage project risks and issues, escalating them as necessary.
**Industry Knowledge**:
- Understand the competitive landscape and emerging technologies that impact the sector.
- Anticipate the client needs and identify new business opportunities.
Enjoy your career
Some of the best things about working at Avanade
- Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
- Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
- Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you
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A great place to work
- As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you'll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!- We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page.- Create a future for our people that focuses on
- Expanding your thinking - Experimenting courageously - Learning and pivoting- Inspire greatness in our people by
- Empowering every voice - Encouraging boldness - Celebrating progress- Accelerate the impact of our people by
- Amazing the client - Prioritizing what matters - Acting as one