Payment Governance Project Manager

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Goldman Sachs Full time

About the Role


We are seeking a highly skilled Payment Governance Project Manager to join our team at Goldman Sachs. As a key member of our Payment Rail Governance function, you will be responsible for delivering key projects and driving best-in-class standards within the established Payment Rail Governance team.


Key Responsibilities



  • Project delivery of Payment Governance related projects and initiatives to meet regulatory obligations
  • Partner with cross-divisional businesses to drive a best-in-class control environment, continuously identifying areas for efficiency and improvement
  • Be accountable to global Payment Governance leadership, highlighting key risks, issues, and mitigation activities in a clear and structured way
  • Become an expert in Payment Scheme regulatory obligations across GBP and EUR currencies
  • Chair governance forums to manage the firm's ongoing assurance obligations, ensuring maximum transparency and leadership oversight
  • Stay abreast of industry developments and project manage external change programs in line with industry obligations
  • Work to demanding timescales in a fast-paced environment
  • Use strong planning and communication skills to influence stakeholders and drive successful outcomes for the firm
  • Be comfortable working in an environment that does not come with a defined list of tasks, requiring a self-starter mentality
  • Adopt a curious mentality and continuously seek ways to do things better that may not always be obvious to see

Requirements



  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years project management/delivery experience in a Banking or Management Consulting role
  • Proven track record of influencing change and driving standards in a global organisation
  • Experience of working with senior stakeholders
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills
  • Ability to interact and influence at all levels and across multiple functions within an organization
  • Ability to cultivate excellent relationships at all levels within an organization
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects at the same time
  • Strong sense of detail and urgency, with the ability to motivate others to deliver
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications



  • Experience leading projects within a payments related function
  • Experience working within (or partnering closely with) an Audit, Risk, Compliance or Governance function a significant advantage
  • Knowledge of UK and EMEA Payment Scheme regulatory obligations (CHAPS, BACS, FPS, SEPA)
  • Knowledge of Payments / Cash Management / Liquidity functions within Treasury organisation

About Us


At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. We maintain offices around the world and are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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