Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong

IT PMO - Financial Background (Senior - Director Level)

 Job Description:

Key Areas of Responsibilities

  • Manage and deliver enterprise-level programs end-to-end (from funding initiation through SDLC execution to closure).
  • Govern projects in alignment with PMO guidelines, standards, and firm policies.
  • Review existing PMO policies and governance frameworks, and update them to reflect evolving business and regulatory needs.
  • Provide consistent, timely updates to Department Heads and HQ stakeholders.
  • Partner with IT Financials to plan, monitor, and track project budgets and spending against forecasts.
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure delivery of agreed scope, timelines, and quality expectations.
  • Produce and distribute regular project status reporting for internal stakeholders and governance forums.
  • Translate and present governance and program updates for senior leadership at the parent company.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline.
  • 8–10 years of experience, including 4+ years in IT project governance, PMO leadership, and/or large-scale program delivery.
  • Knowledge and experience of investment banking front-to-back office functional workflows is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel.
  • Excellent communication skills; highly organized, structured, and methodical working style.
  • Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of PMO roles, responsibilities, and operating model.
  • Ability to clearly articulate the value and impact the candidate will bring to the PMO function and organization.
  • Experience with project management tools, budgeting processes, vendor management, and/or offshore teams is a plus.
  Required Skills:

Funding SDLC Closure Organization Mandarin Vendor Management Timelines Banking Communication Skills Information Technology Budgeting Excel Vendors Business English Project Management Leadership Communication Management