IT PMO - Financial Background (Senior - Director Level)

About this role

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver enterprise-level programs end-to-end (from funding initiation through SDLC execution to closure).

• Govern projects in alignment with PMO guidelines, standards, and firm policies.

• Review existing PMO policies and governance frameworks, and update them to reflect evolving business and regulatory needs.

• Provide consistent, timely updates to Department Heads and HQ stakeholders.

• Partner with IT Financials to plan, monitor, and track project budgets and spending against forecasts.

• Coordinate with vendors to ensure delivery of agreed scope, timelines, and quality expectations.

• Produce and distribute regular project status reporting for internal stakeholders and governance forums.

• Translate and present governance and program updates for senior leadership at the parent company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline.

• 8–10 years of experience, including 4+ years in IT project governance, PMO leadership, and/or large-scale program delivery.

• Knowledge and experience of investment banking front-to-back office functional workflows is preferred.

• Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel.

• Excellent communication skills; highly organized, structured, and methodical working style.

• Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required.

• Demonstrated understanding of PMO roles, responsibilities, and operating model.

• Ability to clearly articulate the value and impact the candidate will bring to the PMO function and organization.

• Experience with project management tools, budgeting processes, vendor management, and/or offshore teams is a plus.

Originally posted on Himalayas