MUFG UK | Assistant Vice President, Project Manager - Finance Portfolio

What you'll do

• This is a unique opportunity for you to play a pivotal role within the IT Planning, Reporting and Administration department, specifically in the Project Promotion team, where your expertise will drive the successful delivery of both IT and non-IT projects across EMEA and globally.
• MUFG offers a supportive environment that values teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional growth, making this role ideal for someone who thrives in a communal setting and is committed to delivering quality results.
• As an Assistant Vice President Project Manager Finance Portfolio at MUFG in London, you will be entrusted with overseeing the full lifecycle of complex finance projects from initiation through closure.
• You will be expected to manage resources efficiently according to established protocols, engage stakeholders across departments for consensus building, and implement effective governance structures that ensure transparency throughout each phase.
• You will be empowered to shape project outcomes through rigorous governance, agile risk management, and extensive upfront planning, all while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and contributing to organisational change.
• Work alongside knowledgeable teams in a networked structure where your input is valued, your development is supported, and your achievements are recognised through communal success.
• Plan, direct, and govern multiple projects within the Finance portfolio by ensuring comprehensive upfront planning, agile risk management strategies, and adherence to rigorous governance frameworks for quality outcomes.
• Manage un-resourced roles according to published rules and timelines while minimising escalation except for valid exceptions such as critical skill re-prioritisation on project paths.
• Create baseline plans and oversee project delivery to ensure alignment with agreed scope and timelines; proactively re-plan and raise change controls when necessary without breaching approved budgets or schedules.
• Provide change management expertise to resolve conflicts, mitigate risks associated with change, and advise the business on key decisions relating to project adjustments.
• Deliver accurate point-in-time reporting generated from golden source tools such as General Ledger and PPM systems to keep all stakeholders informed with current data.
• Mentor junior project managers by fostering team contribution through regular quality updates related to projects and supporting portfolio/program managers in strategic delivery.
• Collaborate closely with functional or business stakeholders to achieve clear outcomes within the portfolio book of work while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Training programmes support continuous learning so you can expand your skillset alongside experienced colleagues who are always willing to share insights.
• Engage all stakeholders effectively by influencing business decisions where relevant for optimal project benefit realisation and establishing robust project governance using prescribed guidelines.
• Document management is second nature: you ensure artefacts are structured consistently for audit readiness.
• Closing out programmes thoroughly—with all risks addressed—is part of your disciplined approach.

What you bring

• Your background should include handling finance transformation initiatives as well as regulatory-driven projects where attention to detail is paramount.
• Your interpersonal skills enable you to collaborate across resource supply teams securing necessary capacity without unnecessary escalation.
• As a subject matter expert in project management methodologies (including waterfall/agile), you are comfortable resolving issues swiftly while advising on change risks.
• Ideally, you have deep knowledge of banking regulations plus experience running regulatory projects which adds value when navigating compliance landscapes.
• Managing large workloads under pressure comes naturally thanks to your calm demeanour combined with excellent numerical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Project/Office suite.
• Minimum 6–10 years proven track record delivering projects within financial institutions on time and within budget demonstrating reliability in complex environments.
• Experience managing finance and data transformation projects as well as regulatory initiatives showcasing your ability to navigate multifaceted portfolios.
• Expertise in investment budget management including accurate forecasting of cost categories; controlling actuals versus approved budgets; implementing budget change controls at individual project levels.
• Ability to secure resource capacity across supply teams ensuring timely delivery without crisis escalation except in rare cases requiring critical skillsets.
• Subject matter expertise in project management covering multiple unrelated projects simultaneously; resolving conflicts; mitigating change risks; advising businesses on strategic decisions.
• Proven experience designing programme governance structures; delivering regular reports to portfolio committees or senior executive forums; maintaining committee terms of reference; managing RAID logs effectively.
• Strong document management skills ensuring consistent artefact structuring for ease of reference by second/third line defence teams or Central PMO audits.
• Demonstrated capability closing projects cleanly with all open items risk accepted or resolved within budget constraints reflecting thoroughness in completion processes.
• Knowledge of banking regulations coupled with experience running regulatory projects enhances your suitability for this role (Preferred).
• Excellent communication skills enabling you to articulate complex problems clearly; build relationships across diverse skill sets; negotiate contracts with vendors; coach junior staff; manage large workloads under tight deadlines.

MUFG UK

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