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The Transformation Office is a newly established team responsible for supporting the business to enhance productivity, and will play a pivotal role in driving organisational efficiency. The team will leverage tools such as business process reengineering (BPR) and outsourcing/offshoring, a broad range of digitalisation (DX) tools including automation, digitisation / OCR, artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow. The function will also be responsible for the build out of appropriate governance frameworks for AI.
Number of Direct Reports
0
Main Purpose of the Role
We are seeking an experienced PM / BA to support the Transformation Office analyse and deliver key initiatives to realise productivity gains utilising a broad range of tools/levers, as well as to support the build out of the EMEA region’s AI agenda and governance.
Key Responsibilities
Given the nature of the function, the candidate will need to flex as required to the needs of each particular project, and the overall programme. The broad based responsibilities are as follows:
Analysis: For proposed projects, review and clearly articulate the problem statement, analyse requirements and identify an appropriate solution/ solution(s).
Project delivery: Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for initiatives, considering scope, timelines, and resource requirements, and adhering to the PDLC. Track and report key performance indicators, project milestones. Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing challenges to ensure successful project delivery within established timelines and budgets.
Benefits definition and tracking: Determine appropriate metrics for ROI / benefits tracking.
BAU handover: Ensure appropriate handover to BAU.
AI governance: Support the establishment of appropriate governance frameworks for AI
Transformation Office Governance: Support the establishment of appropriate governance frameworks for the initiatives delivered by the Transformation Office.
Communications: Support the communications agenda for the programme, including key committee updates
EMEA champions: Coordinate the community of champions within EMEA, developing their role as an advocate and liaison between the Transformation Office and their business stakeholders.
Global partnership: Coordinate with key contacts in other locations (Americas, Asia, Japan), leveraging solutions to common challenges and aligning wherever possible
Horizon scanning: Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI, digitalization, and broader transformation, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of innovation.
External relationships: Establish and maintain strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants to leverage expertise and resources for project success.
Work Experience
Ideally consultancy background, with experience delivering similar transformation initiatives.
Proven experience managing transformation initiatives, demonstrating successful delivery of projects from initiation to completion.
Proven experience in business analysis on a range of transformation initiatives.
Proven experience with a range of transformation tools, including business process re-engineering, automation, AI, etc, and their application to business processes.
Skills and Experience
Functional / Technical Competencies:
Sound understanding of investment banking operating model, front to back, and the opportunities and challenges confronting the organisation
Strong understanding of Change Management and project delivery, and familiarity with project management methodologies.
Strong planning, budgeting and prioritisation skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation), able to communicate concepts clearly, concisely and accurately, adapting as required for the intended audience.
Sound stakeholder management skills with an ability to operate with individuals at all levels, with a proven ability to present and challenge
Sound understanding of governance, risk and control frameworks, both for Change and the wider organisation
Calm approach, with the ability to work well in a pressurised and fast paced environment, operate with urgency, manage large workloads, appropriately prioritise and deliver to tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Excellent communication skills
Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability
A proactive, motivated approach.
The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly
Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement
A structured and logical approach to work
Strong problem solving skills
A creative and innovative approach to work
Excellent interpersonal skills
The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment
Excellent Microsoft Office skills
We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.
We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!
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