Technology Portfolio Manager at City National Bank
Los Angeles, CA 90001
About the Job
TECHNOLOGY PORTFOLIO MANAGER WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?The Senior Manager of IT Program Management Office (PMO) Governance defines and manages the governance processes to plan, prioritize, track, and align work efforts across all technology initiatives
The PMO oversees and reports on the technology portfolio to enable effective decision making throughout the organization
The Senior Manager of IT PMO may lead a Team of supervisors and individual contributors
The PMO Analysis Group owns part and is a key contributor in all major functions of PMO:Governance function: Serve as key contributor for ongoing enhancements to the PMO policies and procedures, and own oversight function that ensures ongoing compliance Support function: Responsible for technology requests/projects in early stages of the lifecycle to ensure alignment with enterprise priorities and transparency; provide training and guidance Reporting function: Ensure accuracy and completeness of reports to fulfill functions and drive transparency with stakeholders
This is a highly visible position involving regular collaboration with the IT and Business senior leadership teams.What you will doManage Technology Project Intake processEnsure project alignment with enterprise prioritiesManage coordination of preliminary project and/or program reviews with Business and Technical StakeholdersOversee and manage quality of the project sizing processManaging regular reviews of the IT project requests backlogOwn project related activities and communications until Project Manager is assigned and budget is approvedOwn control function on the Active Project PortfolioOversee all budget reviews and approvalsOversee all Project Change Request (PCR) activityManage key updates to ensure transparency and accuracy of the portfolioOversee monthly reporting across the portfolioEnsure compliance with program & project reporting requirements, including to regulators as appropriateManage quality of the reports through definition and implementation of quality controlsProvide timely and constructive feedback to the Project ManagersMonitor issues identified through resolutionValidate the PMO reporting suites prior to publicationOwn Project Quality Assurance (PQA) review process to ensure compliance with SDLC & PMLC requirements across the portfolioDefine the process and manage relevant policies and proceduresComplete PQA reviews in accordance with the PMO policies and proceduresProvide timely and constructive feedback to the Project ManagersMonitor all issues identified through resolutionProvide relevant reports to stakeholders in a timely mannerTrain Technology Project Managers on processes and systemsManage a Team of PMO Analysts and Coordinators to be aligned to Business Divisions and/or Technology TeamsBe a thoughtful leader that is effective in recruiting, retaining and growing talent within the PMO OrganizationTake on projects within PMO Governance Function focused on minimizing risk, implementing best practices that align with Company culture and enabling repeatable and auditable processes through effective Policies and Procedures and through appropriate monitoring practices
Projects may include annual SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle) and PMLC (Project Management Lifecycle) reviews, periodic assessments of template library and process re-engineering initiatives.Take on projects within PMO Reporting Function focused on enabling effective decision making and thoughtful identification of areas for improvement through robust KRI (Key Risk Indicator) and KPI (Key Performance Indicator) metrics
Projects may include introduction or major enhancements of the executive reporting suites, project portfolio views and/or program and project reporting templates.Take on projects within PMO Support Function focused on removing friction from processes
Projects may include process re-engineering initiatives, training methodologies and escalation management.Be a thoughtful and supportive change catalyst in all PMO related activitiesResponsible and accountable for appropriate quality controls related to the financial products the bank provides, the services the bank delivers, the processes employed and the incentives with which colleagues are awarded.High ability to connect the dots and excellent communicationMust-Have*Bachelor's Degree or equivalentMinimum 12 years’ experience in IT Project Mgmt and/ or Project Management OfficeMinimum 5 years’ experience in a highly regulated industryMinimum 8 years’ experience managing/ supervising small cross functional teamsSkills and KnowledgeAdvanced degree preferredAdept at communicating the value of a PMOExperience building and/or running a PMO or similar TeamKnowledge of financial forecasting and variance reportingProcess oriented and possess strong organizational skillsExcellent business writing and verbal communication skillsMust be business savvy with good diplomacy skills in order to influence and be effective with senior executivesExceptional leadership, coaching and negotiation skillsMust have strong knowledge of current project delivery methodologies and enterprise PPM toolsKnowledge of audit, risk and OCC regulatory frameworksCompensationStarting base salary: $127,626 - $237,014 per year
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualificationsThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues
Get an inside look at our Benefits and Perks.INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENTCity National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.'ABOUT CITY NATIONALWe start with a basic premise: Business is personal
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and community flourish
City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues to drive phenomenal growth today
City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies.
The PMO oversees and reports on the technology portfolio to enable effective decision making throughout the organization
The Senior Manager of IT PMO may lead a Team of supervisors and individual contributors
The PMO Analysis Group owns part and is a key contributor in all major functions of PMO:Governance function: Serve as key contributor for ongoing enhancements to the PMO policies and procedures, and own oversight function that ensures ongoing compliance Support function: Responsible for technology requests/projects in early stages of the lifecycle to ensure alignment with enterprise priorities and transparency; provide training and guidance Reporting function: Ensure accuracy and completeness of reports to fulfill functions and drive transparency with stakeholders
This is a highly visible position involving regular collaboration with the IT and Business senior leadership teams.What you will doManage Technology Project Intake processEnsure project alignment with enterprise prioritiesManage coordination of preliminary project and/or program reviews with Business and Technical StakeholdersOversee and manage quality of the project sizing processManaging regular reviews of the IT project requests backlogOwn project related activities and communications until Project Manager is assigned and budget is approvedOwn control function on the Active Project PortfolioOversee all budget reviews and approvalsOversee all Project Change Request (PCR) activityManage key updates to ensure transparency and accuracy of the portfolioOversee monthly reporting across the portfolioEnsure compliance with program & project reporting requirements, including to regulators as appropriateManage quality of the reports through definition and implementation of quality controlsProvide timely and constructive feedback to the Project ManagersMonitor issues identified through resolutionValidate the PMO reporting suites prior to publicationOwn Project Quality Assurance (PQA) review process to ensure compliance with SDLC & PMLC requirements across the portfolioDefine the process and manage relevant policies and proceduresComplete PQA reviews in accordance with the PMO policies and proceduresProvide timely and constructive feedback to the Project ManagersMonitor all issues identified through resolutionProvide relevant reports to stakeholders in a timely mannerTrain Technology Project Managers on processes and systemsManage a Team of PMO Analysts and Coordinators to be aligned to Business Divisions and/or Technology TeamsBe a thoughtful leader that is effective in recruiting, retaining and growing talent within the PMO OrganizationTake on projects within PMO Governance Function focused on minimizing risk, implementing best practices that align with Company culture and enabling repeatable and auditable processes through effective Policies and Procedures and through appropriate monitoring practices
Projects may include annual SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle) and PMLC (Project Management Lifecycle) reviews, periodic assessments of template library and process re-engineering initiatives.Take on projects within PMO Reporting Function focused on enabling effective decision making and thoughtful identification of areas for improvement through robust KRI (Key Risk Indicator) and KPI (Key Performance Indicator) metrics
Projects may include introduction or major enhancements of the executive reporting suites, project portfolio views and/or program and project reporting templates.Take on projects within PMO Support Function focused on removing friction from processes
Projects may include process re-engineering initiatives, training methodologies and escalation management.Be a thoughtful and supportive change catalyst in all PMO related activitiesResponsible and accountable for appropriate quality controls related to the financial products the bank provides, the services the bank delivers, the processes employed and the incentives with which colleagues are awarded.High ability to connect the dots and excellent communicationMust-Have*Bachelor's Degree or equivalentMinimum 12 years’ experience in IT Project Mgmt and/ or Project Management OfficeMinimum 5 years’ experience in a highly regulated industryMinimum 8 years’ experience managing/ supervising small cross functional teamsSkills and KnowledgeAdvanced degree preferredAdept at communicating the value of a PMOExperience building and/or running a PMO or similar TeamKnowledge of financial forecasting and variance reportingProcess oriented and possess strong organizational skillsExcellent business writing and verbal communication skillsMust be business savvy with good diplomacy skills in order to influence and be effective with senior executivesExceptional leadership, coaching and negotiation skillsMust have strong knowledge of current project delivery methodologies and enterprise PPM toolsKnowledge of audit, risk and OCC regulatory frameworksCompensationStarting base salary: $127,626 - $237,014 per year
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualificationsThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues
Get an inside look at our Benefits and Perks.INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENTCity National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.'ABOUT CITY NATIONALWe start with a basic premise: Business is personal
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and community flourish
City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues to drive phenomenal growth today
City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies.
