FINTECH Professional Services Project Manager

Posted:
8/5/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Phoenix, Arizona, United States ⋅ Arizona, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Sales & Account Management

Job Description

  • We are FIS. Our technology powers the world’s economy and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients and communities. If you’re ready to start learning, growing and making an impact with a career in fintech, we’d like to know: Are you FIS?

    About the role:

    This is a FINTECH Professional Services Project Manager role that requires a high level of proficiency. You will work on moderately complex assignments that require broad project management and technical skills. In addition, you will work under general supervision with latitude for independent judgment. You will coordinate day-to-day project delivery, management of project financials and drive client relationship management for assigned FIS client.

    What you will be doing:

    • Plans and coordinates all aspects of projects from initiation through delivery.

    • Develops, defines and executes project plans, project scope, activities, schedules, budgets and deliverables.

    • Identifies needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles.

    • Creates project charters to identify project scope, critical success factors, risks, etc.

    • Manages the project work plan and holds the team and project resources accountable to variances in budget and hours.

    • Possess thorough understanding of estimation, letters of agreement, master service agreements, staffing model, average bill rates and cost structure by level.

    • Interacts with sales, systems engineering, product development, and other members of cross-functional teams.

    • Oversees schedules and budgets to ensure goal attainment.

    • Ensures requirements for internal technology projects align to operational standards. Develops alternate requirements or document exceptions as appropriate.

    • Coordinates activities and tasks among project team members, other internal departments and client or vendor/subcontractor organizations as needed to meet project goals and ensure project completion is on schedule, within budget constraints and of the appropriate quality standards for the project scope.

    • Manages project risks, issues/problems and activity progress to ensure project goals, e.g., deadline, scope and quality are achieved. Assists with problem resolution or risk mitigation as needed.​

    What you will need:

    A Minimum of 8 Years of Recent FINTECH Project Management experience in a Senior role.

    • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required.

    • Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines

    • Relevant knowledge of the industry project management best practices, e.g., Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)

    • Thorough knowledge of various types of IT project methodologies and life cycles, e.g., conversions, incremental, rapid delivery, classic or traditional waterfall phases of analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and the correct project application

    • Knowledge of standards relevant to the software industry, e.g., ISO, CMM, Six Sigma

    • Advanced skill in the use of project management software to manage projects, e.g., MS Project and auxiliary tools, such as earned value database, audit tools, project repository, including risk, issues and action items database, SLIM Estimate, Metrics and Control, PlanView, Platinum Process Continuum

    • Demonstrated skill in managing project budgets and timelines.

    • Advanced skill in the use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when there are widely differing viewpoints.

    • Excellent analysis, problem-solving, team, conflict management and time management skills

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    • Ability to interact effectively with executive level clients.

    • Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members.

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in nature.

    • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems or business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.

    What we offer you:
    A career at FIS is more than just a job. It’s the change to shape the future of fintech. At FIS, we offer you:

    • A voice in the future of fintech

    • Always-on learning and development

    • Collaborative work environment

    • Opportunities to give back

    • Competitive salary and benefits


FIS is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive compensation. The pay range for this full-time position is $129,990.00 - $218,380.00 and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position based on the posted role, level, and location. Within the range, actual individual starting pay is determined additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Any changes in work location will also impact actual individual starting pay. Please consult with your recruiter about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here


For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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