IT Project Manager - 12 Month FTC

Job Description

IT Project Manager

Cork

Your Role:

As a Project Manager at Citco, you will be responsible for managing complex IT projects in a fast-paced financial institution environment. Your primary focus will be on ensuring successful delivery of project deliverables within the constraints of schedule, scope, and budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including development, QA, infrastructure, and business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project management artifacts, including project plans, status reports, risk and issue logs, and software artifacts in JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint.

• Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively with all levels, from senior management to project team members.

• Conduct regular meetings with project team members to track progress and provide status updates to key stakeholders.

• Prioritize activities, address risks/issues, and manage resources efficiently across various departments.

• Build a collaborative and productive team environment, driving accountability towards critical milestones and deadlines.

• Anticipate and address potential impediments to team delivery and administer metrics tracking.

About You:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with Agile application development in a financial institution environment.

• Minimum 5 years of solid practical experience managing complex projects.

• Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in project management, information technology, creativity, business analysis, data analytics, problem-solving, change/release management, multi-tasking, and service management.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent written and oral English.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or related field.

• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile) are preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Superior communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and related tools (JIRA, Confluence).

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering successful IT projects in the financial sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Citco.