Job Description

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Senior Business Project Manager with a strong background in commercial banking and commercial lending to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that improve operational efficiency, support regulatory requirements, and enhance business and employee experiences. This role is focused on end-to-end project delivery, partnering closely with Commercial Banking, Lending, Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Benefits teams.

The ideal candidate brings deep banking domain expertise, hands-on experience driving process efficiency, and exposure to benefits-related projects within a regulated financial services environment.

Hourly Rate: $80-92

Contract: 1 year (potential to extend)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead end-to-end business project delivery within Commercial Banking and Commercial Lending, from initiation through implementation and closure
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics in partnership with business stakeholders
Drive process efficiency and operational improvement initiatives, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization
Translate business needs into clear requirements, documentation, and project plans
Coordinate cross-functional teams across Business, Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Benefits
Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery
Lead or support benefits-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards
Ensure adherence to banking regulations, internal controls, and risk management frameworks
Provide clear, executive-ready status reporting and project updates to senior leadership
Facilitate governance, decision-making, and stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle

QUALIFICATIONS

7+ years of experience as a Business Project Manager within financial services, preferably commercial banking
Strong experience with Commercial Banking and Commercial Lending products, processes, or operations
Proven track record delivering process efficiency, operational improvement, or transformation projects
Experience supporting or delivering benefits-related projects (employee benefits, client benefits, or internal banking programs)
Solid understanding of banking operations, regulatory requirements, risk, and compliance
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, matrixed, and regulated environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other non-merit factor. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

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