Senior IT Project Manager
A bit about the role
Join our dedicated team in a pivotal role where you'll orchestrate the successful delivery of IT projects that can transform how our business operates. As a Senior IT Project Manager, your expertise will guide diverse teams across our organization, safeguarding the alignment of technological solutions with their intended purpose. Your role isn't just about overseeing timelines and budgets; it's about weaving together the ambitions of different departments into a coherent, functioning system that elevates our collective capability.
Your key tasks (3 to max. 5 bullet points)
- Independently manage IT projects from initiation through planning to successful completion
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify requirements and ensure project goals are met
- Identify potential risks throughout the project lifecycle and develop measures to mitigate them
- Ensure adherence to project budgets and optimal allocation of resources
- Coordinate and lead interdisciplinary project teams, promote collaboration, and ensure smooth communication
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and continuously improve project management processes.
- Regularly prepare status reports for management and present project results
A bit about you
- At least 5+ years of experience in IT project management, ideally in an international environment
- Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification
- In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Scrum) and application of agile and traditional project management approaches
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with various stakeholders
- Highly analytical thinking and the ability to understand complex issues and develop solutions
- Experience in leading project teams and collaborating with international teams.
- Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
It would be a real bonus if you have
- Knowledge of Avaloq
Additional information
We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.
In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.
We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.
Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.
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Benefits
- Annual bonus
At Avaloq we work hard to remain an industry leading provider and we love to reward our colleagues with a share of that success with an annual bonus, you will even remain eligible for annual bonus while you do the hardest job of your life – taking care of your children during parental leave.
- Flexible working
We understand that fitting your life around your job can be challenging which is why in most roles we offer flexible working to allow you to thrive both in and out of work.
- Instant recognition
We love to see people thriving in their roles and we have an instant recognition scheme at Avaloq to help managers reward the great work our colleagues deliver with a gift to say thanks.
- Access to Udemy for professional and personal learning
We think it is important to learn and grow professionally, but if you are someone who likes to learn outside of work we give you access to online learning for both professional and personal learning, with over 210,000 courses to choose from.
About us
Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 160 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.
We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.