Technical Project Manager

Summary

eClerx is seeking a skilled Project Manager with experience collaborating with Development and QA teams to drive the successful deployment of transformation initiatives. This role is embedded within the Client Onboarding & Regulatory Data Services group at one of our premier clients, a leading global financial institution.

As Project Manager, you will work cross-functionally with teams including Advisory/Compliance, Technology, Client Regulatory Services, Product Delivery, and Operations. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing project execution and UAT activities to ensure seamless implementation of strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

Work with product owners to manage product feature backlog items
Plan and prioritize product feature backlog and development for the product
Assess value, develop cases, and prioritize stories, epics and themes to ensure work focuses on those with maximum value that are aligned with product strategy
Develop and communicate testing approach and present plans to stakeholders
Coordinate with release management team on test cycle schedule and testing readiness
Analyze and create test scenarios/scripts for user acceptance and regression testing based on functional specifications and business requirements
Lead user acceptance testers in test preparation, planning and execution efforts (UAT)
Assist testers in documentation of test results and ensure the test requirements are met
Identify project risks and defects and develop mitigation plans and workarounds as necessary
Update and maintain inventory of test scripts developed for each project release and regression testing to ensure alignment with the current system functionality
Partner with technology to develop automated tests
Investigate issues, bugs, and feedback as they arise.
Provide regular reporting of testing progress and results and status of deliverables
Oversee defect management
Perform ad hoc testing, as necessary
Participate in post-release validation activities
Eligibility Requirements

3+ years professional experience at a financial institution in a project management capacity
Experience in Client and Third-Party Reference Data management and, including KYC (Know-your-Client) and AML processes, regulations, technology and Client Onboarding Workflow
Previous experience with UAT and regression testing
Knowledge of testing life cycle
Experience in Agile Scrum Development preferred
Experience of program co-ordination/administration 
Experience of managing projects, or exposure to the end-to-end project lifecycle, or managing substantial parts of the project lifecycle 
Experience of working within a structured project management framework
Knowledge of project management tools and techniques 
Strategic Thinker
Quick self-starter, proactive attitude with ability to work in a fast-changing environment across international locations 
Strong verbal and written communications skills with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms and to report to management
Skill at managing stakeholder groups and balancing diplomacy and tact with assertiveness 
Have excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with colleagues
Have the ability to facilitate meetings among stakeholders with diverse points of view
Works well in undefined situations
Intellectually curious, growth mindset