AddressPosition Type :
Full timeType Of Hire :
Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)Education Desired :
Bachelor of Business AdministrationTravel Percentage :
5 - 10%Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At FIS you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.
About the team
FIS a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of technology solutions to Banks, Capital Markets firms and Corporations. The company has over 60,000 people around the world who are dedicated to advancing the way world pays, banks and invests. FIS helps their clients use technology in innovative ways to solve business-critical challenges and deliver superior experiences for their customers.
The People Office is FIS’ best in industry HR function, who advance our corporate strategy through our most important asset, our People.
What you will be doing
As the Director within the HR Project team, you will manage small team of Project Managers working on key transformational initiatives across People Office functions supporting transformation initiatives on a global scale.
- Oversee and provide guidance to the personnel responsible for the People Office portfolio of projects. You will define and develop project/program management best practices, processes and policy to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and goals
- Partner with multi-departmental leadership and other stakeholders to locate opportunities and develop and prioritize projects according to relevant measurement criteria
- You will build and provide direction of the day-to-day operations to the PMO. The scope may include technical and non-technical programs
- Maintain the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, scheduling, budget and risk assessment. Provide executive management with forecasts of available resources and program status
- Supervise project managers, program managers, and enablement partners to ensure all projects within the scope of the PMO are delivered within defined scope, quality, time and cost requirements
What you bring
- Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines
- Demonstrated success with delivering new products and services into an operational state
- Skilled in the use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when there are multiple options and stakeholders
- Executive presence, able to communicate effectively with the leadership team and gain buy-in regarding project management practices, expanding the footprint of the project management team with new stakeholders and departments within The People Office
- Excellent analysis, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in nature
Added bonus if you have
- Knowledge of standards and methods relevant to HR project delivery, e.g., Design Thinking, PROSCI, Six Sigma, Agile, etc.
- Knowledge of industry project management best practices, i.e. Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
- Advanced skills in the use of project management software to manage projects, e.g. MS Project and other auxiliary project management tools
What we offer you
- A multifaceted job with a high degree of responsibility and a broad spectrum of opportunities
- A modern, international work environment and a dedicated and motivated team
- A variety of career development tools, resources and opportunities
- Time to support charities and give back in your community
- A fantastic range of benefits designed to help support your lifestyle and wellbeing
- A work environment built on collaboration, flexibility and respect
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Sourcing Model
Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.
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