RBL Bank

POSITION SUMMARY :The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for handling multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring the delivery of projects on time, within scope, and budget, while aligning with strategic business goals and regulatory standards.A. KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & Delivery :- Lead complex, cross-functional projects in the banking sector, including digital transformation, core banking upgrades, compliance initiatives, or operational efficiency improvements.- Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and deliverables in alignment with business goals.- Manage all phases of the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.Stakeholder Engagement :- Act as a key point of contact for executive sponsors, business heads, technical teams, vendors, and regulators.- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment of expectations, and stakeholder satisfaction.Risk and Compliance Management :- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, with a strong understanding of banking regulations - Ensure project compliance with internal audit and regulatory requirements.Team & Resource Management :- Lead cross-functional project teams, including business analysts, developers, testers, and third-party vendors.- Manage resource allocation, performance tracking, and team development.Project Governance & Reporting :- Provide regular updates to steering committees and senior executives.- Maintain documentation including project charters, project plans, RTM etc.Change Management :- Define change management approach, timeline and deliverables aligned with the overall project plan- Collaborate with project teams to integrate change activities into project plansVendor Management :- Ensure contract terms are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle- Track vendor related cost against project budgetB. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or related field, MCA or equivalent Certifications (preferred) :- PMP (Project Management Professional) - PRINCE2 Practitioner- Minimum 10-12 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in the banking or financial services industry. - Proven track record of delivering multiple projects worth more than one crore with complex stakeholder environments. - Strong proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello, Asana)- Application of appropriate project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid, depending on the project context.Experience in areas such as : a) Digital banking / online & mobile bankingb) Core banking systems (e.g. Finacle)C. Key Skills :- Strong understanding of banking products, services, and regulatory landscape. - Excellent leadership and team management ability.- Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. (ref:hirist.tech)