IT Project Technical Lead, Citi

Citi

Location:
India, Pune

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

An experienced Project Manager with a strong background in IT and financial services to lead and deliver large-scale, complex technology initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing end-to-end project lifecycles, working with cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic goals
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
Drive stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across business units, technology teams, and vendors
Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, with proactive mitigation strategies
Oversee project governance, prepare status reports, and present updates to senior leadership and steering committees
Implement and enforce best practices in project management, ensuring high-quality delivery and continuous improvement
Promote the adoption of Agile methodologies as appropriate for each project
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration within the project team

Requirements:

9+ years of IT experience, preferably within banking or financial services domains
6+ years of project management experience with proven track record of delivering large-scale IT projects
Strong expertise in stakeholder management, vendor coordination, and cross-functional leadership
Excellent client-facing, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with ability to influence at senior levels
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Solid working knowledge of project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence) and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in defining and tracking KPIs, budgets, and resource utilization
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance-driven projects in financial services is a strong plus
Project Management Professional (PMP)/PRINCE2/Agile/Scrum/SAFe certifications are highly desirable

Nice to have:

Experience leading digital transformation, cloud adoption, and automation initiatives
Familiarity with emerging technologies (AI, data analytics) in financial services
Strong decision-making abilities under high-pressure, time-sensitive situations

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 13, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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