Operations Core Project Lead Analyst - C13 - Gurugram

Are you a seasoned Project/Program Manager with a passion for driving transformation within the financial services industry? We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Investor Services Operations team. The applicant should also have subject matter expertise in the ‘Transfer Agency’ function. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving process and technology change across the group, influencing decisions, and delivering complex projects with significant impact. **Responsibilities:** * Lead, coordinate and successfully implement multiple projects/programs across Operations, in cooperation with our Product, Technology partners and for/with our clients.  * Formulate detailed project plans, analysis of effort, cost and impact on various Citi businesses to ensure timely execution and mitigate potential risks.  * Support in analysis & oversight of proposed system changes to assure smooth projects implementation.   * Build and manage an effective project team.  * Challenge the status quo, display initiative and innovation.  * Take proactive actions targeted at minimizing and mitigating implementation risk.  * Ensure that all necessary project documentation is maintained and all necessary approvals for the project are obtained.  * Act as a trusted partner to Clients and internal business partners.  * Display appropriate involvement in Department strategic planning.  * Drive improvement and competitive differentiation by proposing and implementing innovative solutions.    **Recommended Qualifications:** * 6-10 years of experience in Project Management or operational improvements (e.g., Lean, reengineering).  * Expertise in project methodologies and tools (PMBOK standard/PMP certification advantageous).  * Proven experience driving projects with external clients; ability to influence stakeholders.  * Desirable: Experience in asset management or Securities Services operations; strong understanding of financial markets.  * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.  * Strong analytical skills; excellent English communication.  * Bachelor’s/University degree required, Master’s preferred.  * Subject matter expertise in one or more specific skill sets within operations **Education:** * Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. \------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** --------------------- Operations - Core \------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** --------------- Operations Project Management \------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** -------------- Full time \------------------------------------------------------ **Most Relevant Skills** ------------------------ Please see the requirements listed above. \------------------------------------------------------ **Other Relevant Skills** ------------------------- For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. \------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _[Accessibility at Citi](https://www.citigroup.com/citi/accessibility/application-accessibility.htm)._ _View Citi’s [EEO Policy Statement](https://www.citigroup.com/global/eeo-aa-policy) and the [Know Your Rights](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) poster._