Project Manager (JRIA)

Job Level: Vice President

Job Function: Change Management

Location:

Tralee, IE

Employment Type: Full Time

Requisition ID: 6998

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Vice President of IT Project Management leads the delivery of complex technology programs that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. This role oversees end-to-end project lifecycle management, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables, while ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. The position has significant impact on operational efficiency and strategic initiatives within the banking environment. Reporting to senior leadership, the VP manages cross-functional teams and establishes program governance structures to drive transparency and accountability.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Define program scope, stakeholders, resource requirements, and deliverables; implement standardized templates and communication channels for consistency.
Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders to refine scope and timelines; promote coordination across workstreams to align with overarching objectives.
Establish and manage a Program Management Office (PMO) and Strategic Sourcing Team with clear roles and responsibilities across workstreams.
Engage subject matter experts and process owners to inform program delivery; share impact assessments to encourage buy-in.
Manage vendor relationships, including sourcing, selection, and performance oversight.
Negotiate and administer vendor contracts to ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to align vendor agreements with project objectives and budget constraints.
Secure and manage program budgets, addressing potential overruns and obtaining additional funding when necessary.
Apply Lean and Agile methodologies to optimize program execution.
Monitor program delivery, assess outcomes, and adjust plans or timelines as needed to ensure sustainability and completeness.
Maintain effective communication with leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and timely reporting.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

Experience: Minimum 5 years in IT project or program management with demonstrated success in large-scale technology implementations. Proven track record managing third-party vendors in technology projects.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field; advanced certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
Skills: Strong organizational and leadership skills; expertise in risk management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement; proficiency in project management methodologies. Strong vendor management capabilities, including sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
Competencies: Strategic thinking, decision-making under ambiguity, enterprise leadership, customer focus, and driving change.
Reporting Structure: Reports to senior technology leadership; supervises project managers and cross-functional teams.

SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.