Director, Project Management

Director Project Management- Pune India Are you ready to lead transformative Digital initiatives at a global scale How about offering up your skills in a global business that is committed to moving money for better Western Union is seeking a Director Digital Project Management with deep expertise in Digital technology particularly in funds-in operations Western Union powers your pursuit As a leader of the PMO you will oversee the planning execution and governance of programs focused on funds-in capabilities including card processing bank transfers wallets and alternative payment methods You ll align these initiatives with business strategies optimize resource allocation and ensure delivery excellence across a global portfolio This role requires close collaboration with product engineering compliance and operations teams to drive innovation and efficiency in how customers fund their transactions You would be performing below - Role Responsibilities Mentor and develop a global team of project and program managers with a focus on Digital domain knowledge and delivery excellence Provide executive-level updates on the status of Digital programs highlighting key metrics such as authorization rates funding success and latency Champion continuous improvement in Digital technology delivery processes leveraging agile methodologies and data-driven decision-making Identify and mitigate risks related to Digital processing transaction integrity fraud prevention and system scalability Oversee the successful delivery of Digital-related projects ensuring they are completed on time within budget and meet quality standards Drive PI planning and roadmap execution for initiatives involving Digital gateways acquiring banks digital wallets and real-time Digital networks Partner with product engineering and compliance teams to deliver scalable secure and efficient Digital solutions across multiple geographies Lead the execution of technology programs focused on funds-in Digital capabilities ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements Role Requirements Bachelor s degree in business administration Computer Science Information Systems or a related field plus 15 years of progressive management experience including large-scale project management and personnel management Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Digital domain with a strong understanding of funds-in operations Digital gateways acquiring banks and digital wallets Proficiency of Microsoft Office Google products including Word Excel Outlook Google Docs Google Sheets Google Slides and familiarity with Digital analytics tools such as Power BI or Tableau Ability to interpret adapt and occasionally deviate from established practices and procedures for new situations and problems related to Digital quality integration and analysis Ability to motivate and influence others to embrace Digital-focused decision-making and continuous improvement Ability to develop plan and implement short and long-range goals establish priorities and organize resources within the Digital Technology landscape Strategic planning and organizational development knowledge and skills with a focus on integrating Digital Technology into broader business strategies Self-starter leader who can anticipate department needs in a proactive manner regarding Digital acquisition analysis and deployment Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all different levels in the organization on Digital-related projects Superior leadership coaching and mentoring skills including the ability to lead a high-performing Digital Technology team Ability to communicate effectively at a technical or non-technical level depending on the audience concerning Digital infrastructure and strategic implications Outstanding facilitation and communication skills including the ability to inspire others towards Digital-centric goals Experience in analyzing Digital data and using this data for process and program improvements and to inform Digital strategy An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities particularly in identifying and resolving Digital-related challenges Excellent organizational and leadership skills with proven ability to build and lead high-performing Digital-focused Technology teams Excellent written and oral communication skills particularly in translating complex payment technology concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Outstanding knowledge of Digital processing reporting budgeting for Digital projects and the Digital technology lifecycle Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics for Digital initiatives Strong technical understanding of Digital infrastructure transaction flows and integration with financial systems Certification PMI-PMP PMI-ACP SAFe or other relevant Technology certifications will be a plus Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in the delivery of Digital technology solutions across multiple geographies We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere Join us for what s next Western Union is positioned to become the world s most accessible financial services company transforming lives and communities We re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8 000 employees serving 200 countries and territories reaching customers and receivers around the globe More than moving money we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward Just as we help our global customers prosper we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations You ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career as well as receive a great compensation package If you re ready to help drive the future of financial services it s time for Western Union Learn more about our purpose and people at https careers westernunion com Benefits You will also have access to short-term incentives multiple health insurance options accident and life insurance and access to best-in-class development platforms to name a few Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment Your India-specific benefits include Employees Provident Fund EPF Gratuity Payment Public holidays Annual Leave Sick leave Compensatory leave and Maternity Paternity leave Annual Health Checkup Cab Facility Hospitalization Insurance Coverage Mediclaim Group Life Insurance Group Personal Accident Insurance Coverage Business Travel Insurance Relocation Benefit Western Union values in-person collaboration learning and ideation whenever possible We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals By connecting face-to-face we are better able to learn from our peers problem-solve together and innovate Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week We are passionate about diversity Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve We do not discriminate based on race color national origin religion political affiliation sex including pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity age disability marital status or veteran status The company will provide accommodation to applicants including those with disabilities during the recruitment process following applicable laws LI-AK1 LI-Hybrid Estimated Job Posting End Date 11-07-2025 This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled