Senior Project Manager (Operations & IT) (M/F)

Founded in 1856, Banque Internationale à Luxembourg is the oldest multi-business bank in the Grand Duchy. From its foundation, the BIL has always played an active role in the development of the Luxembourg economy. It currently operates in retail, private and corporate banking, as well as on major capital markets. Employing more than 2 000 people, BIL is present in the financial hotspots that are Luxembourg, Switzerland, and China.
As a major player in Luxembourg's finance industry and as a signatory of the UN Principles of Responsible Banking, BIL is committed to handing over a responsible and sustainable bank to future generations.

The primary role of the successful candidate will be to deliver large transversal projects/programs in both Agile and Waterfall approach, with focus on Mandatory Projects (IT & Market). He/she will ensure that the business needs are justified (strategically aligned and positive business case), that the solution delivered meets the project's objectives, is effectively and efficiently deployed within the bank and allows the realization of the set business benefits.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will share your Project Management expertise and experience with your colleagues and more junior Project Managers (mentoring).

Your next challenge:

• Drive the analysis of business ideas by challenging them in light of their strategic alignment and business case. Lead studies and ensure the continuity by managing the subsequent implementation projects;
  
• Manage the successful delivery of the entire project - in close collaboration with your sponsor, business and IT Lead - to time, budget, scope and quality and in accordance with BIL's project management methods, processes and policies;
  
• Define, coordinate and ensure implementation of the required communication and change management plan to ensure that the project's deliverables are integrated smoothly in the existing environment and that the business benefits of the project are achieved ;
  
• Pro-actively take decisions or seek approval to ensure the project/release stays on track;
  
• Constantly monitor and report on project/release progress/KPI's to the Project Steering Committee, Senior Management and the relevant Portfolio Governance Body.
  
• Provide direction and support to cross functional teams; provide guidance, training and direction to achieve projects' goals.

Your skills:

• 10+ years' experience working or consulting in relevant fields of expertise, largely gained in the financial services environment. Proficient in structuring, planning, monitoring of projects and taking the required actions to remediate deviation (strong drive);
  
• Broad knowledge of the banking sector and/or an in-depth knowledge of one of its domains (assets, securities, payments, risk, …) or business areas (retail, wealth, corporate). Experience / culture in IT domains is a key asset ;
  
• Proven business delivery focus (partner to the business). Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret complex business or IT technical documents ;
  
• Commitment, proactivity, solution orientation and transparency are your way of working;
  
• Ability to work well under pressure with a proactive approach including managing multiple deadlines and changing project scope/direction ;
  
• Strong soft skills and ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees and client groups to take desired action ;
  
• Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills ;
  
• Fluent in English (must) and French, verbally and written. Any other language will constitute an advantage ;
  
• Proficient with Ms Office tools (Ms Excel, Ms Access, Ms Powerpoint). Experience with Clarity™ or any another Project & Portfolio Management tool ;
  
• PRINCE II, PMP or equivalent certified.
  

BIL offers a broad range of challenging projects and a huge choice of career paths .We will assist you in finding the one that best meets your skills and expectations. Your personal development is our priority and we greatly encourage you to dive into different business areas for the broadest possible experience.
BIL is firmly of the opinion that diversity & inclusion contribute towards increasing the collective performance of the Bank. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion that encourages individual development with equal opportunities for all.

NB: The selected candidate will be asked to provide an extract from the criminal record (no.3) as evidence of integrity and justified with regard to the specific needs of the position to be filled. Other documents will be collected, to the extent legally permitted, to perform background checks.