Assistant Vice President, Project Manager - Data Portfolio

Location: London

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MUFG, one of the world’s leading financial groups with a rich heritage spanning over 350 years and a global presence in more than 40 countries, is seeking an Assistant Vice President Project Manager for their Data Portfolio. This pivotal role sits within the IT Planning, Reporting and Administration department, specifically in the Project Promotion team, and offers you the opportunity to work at the heart of EMEA and global project delivery.

As part of MUFG’s commitment to excellence, you will be entrusted with planning, directing, and governing multiple projects across both IT and non-IT domains, ensuring rigorous governance, agile risk management, and quality outcomes. You will benefit from working in a highly supportive environment that values collaboration, transparency, and professional growth. The organisation’s dedication to nurturing talent means you will have access to mentoring opportunities, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the chance to contribute to strategic initiatives that shape the future of banking technology.

• Join a globally renowned financial institution with a strong legacy and extensive international network, offering unparalleled exposure to complex data transformation and regulatory projects.
• Enjoy a collaborative workplace where your interpersonal skills are valued; you will engage with diverse teams across departments and mentor junior project managers while contributing to portfolio strategy.
• Benefit from robust governance frameworks, clear reporting structures, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive leadership environment focused on delivering meaningful outcomes.

What you'll do

As an Assistant Vice President Project Manager Data Portfolio at MUFG, you will play a central role in orchestrating the successful delivery of complex projects across both IT and business domains. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve meticulous planning of individual projects—ranging from system migrations to organisational change management—ensuring every initiative is scoped thoroughly before execution. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to drive consensus on project objectives while maintaining strict adherence to governance frameworks.

By structuring project plans with well-defined milestones and providing transparent progress updates, you will keep all parties informed and engaged. Your expertise in change management will be crucial in resolving conflicts swiftly and advising on risk mitigation strategies. Additionally, you will mentor junior PMs within your team, fostering a culture of shared responsibility for quality data updates. Supporting portfolio strategy implementation through active participation in reporting forums and stakeholder collaboration will further enhance your impact.

Ultimately, your ability to generate concise reports from trusted sources ensures clarity for decision-makers at every level.

• Plan, direct, and govern multiple projects within the Data portfolio by ensuring comprehensive upfront planning, agile risk management strategies, and adherence to rigorous governance standards for quality outcomes.
• Scope each project individually—whether IT or non-IT related—and develop detailed delivery plans that align with organisational objectives and compliance requirements.
• Engage all relevant stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, influencing business decisions where appropriate to maximise project benefits and foster consensus.
• Establish effective project governance using prescribed frameworks; ensure timely escalation of issues into the Data portfolio committee as needed.
• Create baseline plans for each project including scope, timeline, budget, and outcomes; oversee delivery against these baselines while managing change controls without breaching approved parameters.
• Provide expert change management guidance to resolve conflicts, mitigate risks associated with change, and advise business units on key decisions.
• Structure project plans with meaningful milestones that support regular reporting; deliver transparent updates to all stakeholders ensuring information remains current and accessible.
• Mentor junior project managers by promoting team contribution through regular quality data updates related to ongoing projects.
• Support portfolio/program managers in executing portfolio strategy by providing input into required reporting forums and collaborating with functional or business stakeholders for clear deliverables.
• Generate accurate point-in-time reports using golden source tools such as General Ledger and PPM systems for all stakeholders.

What you bring

Your proven experience as an Assistant Vice President Project Manager Data Portfolio will be evident through your successful track record managing complex projects within financial institutions. You bring deep expertise in budgeting—accurately forecasting costs while maintaining tight control over expenditure—and are adept at securing resource commitments across departments. Your subject matter knowledge enables you to handle multiple concurrent projects efficiently while mitigating risks associated with change.

You excel at designing robust governance structures that facilitate regular review of risks/issues/dependencies (RAID) logs at both project-specific and portfolio-wide levels. Your document management skills ensure all artefacts are structured for easy reference during audits or reviews. Familiarity with banking regulations enhances your ability to navigate regulatory projects confidently. You possess strong coaching abilities that help nurture junior PMs’ growth while fostering collaborative relationships across diverse teams.

Your proficiency spans both waterfall/agile methodologies throughout the entire SDLC/PDLC process. Communication is one of your strengths—you can articulate complex problems clearly at any organisational level—and your advanced technical skills support precise reporting/data analysis. Attention to detail combined with calmness under pressure makes you dependable when managing large workloads or tight deadlines.

• Demonstrable experience managing full lifecycle projects within financial institutions—delivering outcomes on time and within budget while adhering to minimum quality standards defined by policy.
• Proven track record in investment budget management including accurate forecasting of cost categories (capital vs expense), budget change control at individual project level, and insight into controlling costs before approval.
• Expertise in agreeing investment project allocations across stakeholders—ensuring costs are factored into departmental business plans and resources are attested for timely delivery.
• Subject matter expertise in project management—handling multiple unrelated projects simultaneously while resolving delays or conflicts through effective change risk mitigation.
• Experience designing and delivering programme governance—regularly maintaining committee terms of reference, minute taking/management, reviewing/challenging RAID logs at both project/portfolio levels.
• Strong document management skills—structuring artefacts consistently for ease of reference by second/third line defence or Central PMO; ensuring clean closure of programmes/projects with risk acceptance or resolution.
• Comprehensive understanding of banking regulations (preferred) alongside knowledge of financial products/front-to-back processes; proven ability negotiating contracts with vendors/consultants.
• Coaching/mentoring abilities coupled with leadership skills; adept at building relationships across diverse skill sets within large organisations.
• Expertise delivering through full project lifecycle SDLC/PDLC using both waterfall/agile approaches; excellent communication skills adaptable across all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project/Microsoft Office suite plus other project management tools; strong numerical skills underpinning attention to detail.

What sets this company apart

MUFG stands out as a global leader in financial services thanks to its longstanding reputation for integrity, innovation, and commitment to client success. With headquarters in Tokyo and operations spanning more than 40 countries worldwide—including a significant presence in London—the organisation offers employees unique opportunities for international exposure and professional advancement. MUFG’s inclusive culture fosters collaboration among talented professionals from diverse backgrounds who share a passion for delivering exceptional results.

The company invests heavily in training opportunities so you can continually develop new skills relevant to evolving industry demands. Supportive leadership ensures that every team member feels valued while contributing meaningfully towards strategic goals. Working here means being part of an organisation that prioritises transparency in communication/reporting processes alongside robust governance frameworks designed for sustainable growth.

Whether engaging with senior executives or mentoring junior colleagues, you’ll find yourself empowered by generous resources dedicated towards personal development as well as collective achievement within a dynamic yet considerate environment.

What's next

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact within one of the world’s most respected financial institutions while advancing your career in data portfolio management, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

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