POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experienced PMO professional with a strong background in core banking to oversee large-scale banking programs. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of managing projects valued at $10M SGD or more , spanning the APAC region , with a primary focus on the corporate banking domain . . This role will play a critical role in supporting the pre-study phase of a core banking transformation initiative. This includes driving project governance, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring alignment between business and technology stakeholders. The PMO will help establish the foundation for successful execution of the full transformation program.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or related field
• Korean-speaking candidates preferred
• 5+ years of experience in project management or PMO roles
• Experience in banking or financial services, preferably in core banking projects
• Familiarity with pre-study or feasibility phases of large-scale transformations
• Strong understanding of project governance frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
• Proficiency in tools like MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, Excel, PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a client-facing role, with a proven track record of managing client relationships.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-country environment
• Experience with vendor coordination and SOW management

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree/master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science or equivalent work experience, or combination

• Support planning and execution of pre-study activities across multiple workstreams
• Develop and maintain project plans, dashboards, and milestone trackers
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and steering committees
• Track and report progress, risks, issues, and dependencies
• Ensure documentation of scope, requirements, and decisions
• Coordinate with business analysts, architects, and vendor teams
• Assist in resource planning and budget forecasting
• Maintain alignment with regulatory, compliance, and audit requirements
• Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations
• Support change management and communication efforts