About the Role
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 to join their Finance Portfolio team in London. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role within the IT Planning, Reporting and Administration department, specifically in the Project Promotion team, where your expertise will drive the successful delivery of both IT and non-IT projects across EMEA and globally. You will be empowered to shape project outcomes through rigorous governance, agile risk management, and extensive upfront planning, all while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and contributing to organisational change.
•Join a globally renowned financial institution with a strong commitment to collaborative working, offering exposure to complex finance and data transformation projects across multiple business units.
•Benefit from flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and generous pension contributions as you grow your career within an inclusive and supportive leadership environment.
•Work alongside knowledgeable teams in a networked structure where your input is valued, your development is supported, and your achievements are recognised through communal success.
Responsibilities
As an Assistant Vice President Project Manager Finance Portfolio at MUFG in London, you will be entrusted with overseeing the full lifecycle of complex finance projects from initiation through closure. Day-to-day responsibilities will involve meticulous planning of individual projects—ranging from IT transformations like database creation or system migration to organisational changes such as new procedures or regulatory assessments. You will manage resources efficiently according to established protocols, engage stakeholders across departments for consensus building, and implement effective governance structures that ensure transparency throughout each phase. By structuring detailed project plans with actionable milestones and providing timely updates via central PMO reporting tools, you will maintain clarity on progress for both technical experts and broader business audiences.
Your role also includes:
•Mentoring junior colleagues, supporting strategic portfolio delivery forums, collaborating with cross-functional teams for outcome achievement
•Managing third-party vendors under procurement policies, and ensuring all documentation meets compliance standards
•Proactive risk mitigation before blockers arise, continuous improvement of processes for enhanced efficiency
•Diligent management of steering committees and working groups within governance parameters, and maintaining accurate records for executive reporting
•Driving benefit realisation aligned with long-term business objectives while upholding MUFG's values of dependability, collaboration, and inclusivity
•Planning, directing, and governing multiple projects within the Finance portfolio by ensuring comprehensive upfront planning, agile risk management strategies, and adherence to rigorous governance frameworks for quality outcomes
•Scoping each project individually and establishing clear delivery plans for both IT-related initiatives (system migrations, application enhancements) and non-IT projects (process redesigns, regulatory impact assessments)
•Managing un-resourced roles according to published rules and timelines while minimising escalation except for valid exceptions such as critical skill re-prioritisation on project paths
•Engaging all stakeholders effectively by influencing business decisions for optimal project benefit realisation and establishing robust project governance using prescribed guidelines
•Creating baseline plans and overseeing project delivery to ensure alignment with agreed scope and timelines; proactively re-planning and raising change controls when necessary without breaching approved budgets or schedules
•Providing change management expertise to resolve conflicts, mitigate risks associated with change, and advise the business on key decisions relating to project adjustments
•Structuring project plans with meaningful milestones following established frameworks for transparency on progress for all stakeholders
•Delivering accurate point-in-time reporting generated from golden source tools such as General Ledger and PPM systems
•Mentoring junior project managers by fostering team contribution through regular quality updates and supporting portfolio/program managers in strategic delivery
•Collaborating closely with functional or business stakeholders to achieve clear outcomes within the portfolio book of work while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Requirements
•Minimum 6–10 years proven track record delivering projects within financial institutions on time and within budget, demonstrating reliability in complex environments
•Experience managing finance and data transformation projects as well as regulatory initiatives, showcasing ability to navigate multifaceted portfolios
•Expertise in investment budget management including accurate forecasting of cost categories, controlling actuals versus approved budgets, implementing budget change controls at individual project levels
•Ability to secure resource capacity across supply teams ensuring timely delivery without crisis escalation except in rare cases requiring critical skillsets
•Subject matter expertise in project management (waterfall/agile) covering multiple unrelated projects simultaneously; resolving conflicts; mitigating change risks; advising businesses on strategic decisions
•Proven experience designing programme governance structures; delivering regular reports to portfolio committees or senior executive forums; maintaining committee terms of reference; managing RAID logs effectively
•Strong document management skills ensuring consistent artefact structuring for ease of reference by second/third line defence teams or Central PMO audits
•Demonstrated capability closing projects cleanly with all open items risk accepted or resolved within budget constraints, reflecting thoroughness in completion processes
•Knowledge of banking regulations coupled with experience running regulatory projects enhances suitability for this role (preferred)
•Excellent communication skills enabling articulation of complex problems clearly; building relationships across diverse skill sets; negotiating contracts with vendors; coaching junior staff; managing large workloads under tight deadlines
•Calm demeanour combined with excellent numerical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Project/Office suite
What sets this company apart
MUFG stands out as one of the most respected financial groups globally due to its longstanding history of stability, integrity, and commitment to excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo but operating across more than 40 countries—including a significant presence in London—the organisation offers employees access to a vast international network where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance professional ambitions with personal needs while generous pension contributions provide security for your future. Training programmes support continuous learning so you can expand your skillset alongside experienced colleagues.
