Manager

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

About BNP Paribas Group:

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

About Business line/Function:

Job Title:

Manager

Date:

Department:

MO Project / Change Management

Business Line / Function:

BI

Reports to:

(Direct)

Head, MO PM

Grade:

(if applicable)

Manager

(Functional)

Number of Direct Reports:

NA

Directorship / Registration:

NA

Position Purpose

The Project Manager who will be accountable for the overall delivery of the project for Middle office scope, and seamless functioning of the program office.

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

Ø Responsible in managing end-to-end of a project within middle office scope across location

Ø Ability to design & implement governance, and develop/drive deliverables & reports for projects /program office (PMO)

Ø Delegate authority, assign deliverables, and hold project members accountable for operations, controls, and deadlines relating to project work streams

Ø Collaborate with global counterparts and local operational managers to ensure proper coverage of assigned tasks

Ø Budget planning and resource allocation for project work streams

Ø Ensure the project is executed based upon the project plan

Ø Control, management and escalations of all risks, impacts and delays to the project

Ø Champion client relationship management throughout project stages in conjunction with local and global stake holders

Ø Accountable to feed all project stakeholders (Program, Operations, Client, Management, etc.) and ensure the key and appropriate updates/issues are raised

Contributing Responsibilities

Ø Undertake and maintain Service Level Agreements for new global operating model post migration

Ø Support a high level of organizational communication and corporate awareness concerning workflow changes and future state of middle office operations

Ø Track and identify project needs from senior management and operational support teams in order to meet objectives

Ø Leading execution of UAT phase, tracking results, Training plan, parallel run and go-live, etc.

Ø Create project meeting agendas and lead weekly and monthly update meetings detailing status of project to key stakeholders involved

Ø Willingness to take on other duties as assigned by management

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Ø Proven Project Management (PM) and Program Office (PMO) experience delivering results for over seven years or more

Ø Strong negotiating and leadership skills to influence senior management and drive change management in order to meet deadlines

Ø Demonstrated experience in leading organizational transformation

Ø Willingness to act as subject matter expert on behalf of the business when needed

Ø Collaborative decision maker competent in process improvement discipline and implementation of industry acknowledged best practices

Ø Ability to influence decision making throughout various organizational levels

Ø Problem solving and problem resolution skills at a functional level

Ø Ability to effectively advise and communicate with executive leadership, manage change and inspire partners to embrace change

Ø Communicates effectively with diverse groups and individuals across different locations

Ø Relevant middle office operations experience with familiarity with Trade Processing (in both trade capture and trade matching and settlement functions)

Ø Experience providing trade support for listed securities, exchange traded derivatives, and OTC transactions

Ø Play the role of a PM / PMO lead in their current role

Specific Qualifications (if required)

Ø PMP Certification or Equivalent

Ø Accounting/Finance/Economics or Financial Services Related Degree

Skills Referential

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Decision Making

Personal Impact / Ability to influence

Ability to deliver / Results driven

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

Ability to understand, explain and support change

Ability to manage a project

Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution

Ability to inspire others & generate people's commitment

Ability to develop and leverage networks

Education Level:

Master Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 12 years

Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)

Schedule: Full-time