Scrum MasterDirectorTechnical Program Management

Profile Description

Were seeking someone to join our WM Technology team as a Scrum Master in Technology Delivery Management-WMT Management to Scrum Master to support multiple projects and initiatives. As part of this role the candidate is expected to actively have strong Scrum Master skills. The candidate will work closely with all the critical stakeholders to successfully steer towards successful project outcomes. The candidate will work on multiple technology projects/ work initiatives supporting the Wealth Management Business.

In the Technology division we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.

This is Director position that oversees and leads the execution of multiple projects and/or programs working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives. Includes program management and related project support roles.

Since 1935 Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What youll do in the role:

Program and project management experience with an ability to think tactically as well as strategically while coordinating cross functional teams in a matrixed environment.
Demonstrated capabilities in successfully leading enterprise wide programs and projects.
Experience Scrum Master with successful delivery experience.
High degree of business acumen and technical competency; ability to balance and bridge technology and business needs; project and program management
Management of core functions including business requirements elaboration systems and process flow analysis meeting critical milestones and deliverables that are time and scope bound.
Collaboration across technology organization providing sound business analysis process and change leadership within a maturing Agile PDLC framework.
Develop and continually revise (in partnership with other teams where necessary) suitable processes and guidelines to ensure appropriate application development standards are available to guide all the participant teams.
Provide thought leadership and recommendations to management based on best practices and experience working in a global and diverse environment.
Build program and project status reporting aligned with enterprise project portfolios.
Provide transparency to Senior Management with respect to Portfolio issues risks and recommend/implement strategies for effective and efficient operations.
Conduct project or program audits to ensure standards and scopes are being met and achieved.
Responsible for maintaining and growing a body of knowledge that is accessible to all team members. Ensure information regarding any program and project related activities or issues are available and easily accessible.
Communicate effectively and proactively with management ideas and recommendations for optimizing business operations resources and fixed capacity.

What youll bring to the role:

At least 6 years relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role with Bachelors/Masters Degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to resolve scheduling and other conflicts in order to meet all deadlines.
Experience in working with agile lifecycle and/or tracking and process management tools e.g. JIRA
Identify and analyze opportunities and make tactical/strategic recommendations
Deep skills in program management tools including Microsoft Project Access Word Excel Visio and SharePoint.
Hands on project management approach that includes a proven track record of project/program execution
Plan and conduct relevant meetings with key stakeholders.
Self-motivated with exceptional oral and written communication skills ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Experience in working on Technology projects related to Financial Services domain.
Knowledge of Wealth Management Banking technology & related applications
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley we raise manage and allocate capital for our clients helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way thats differentiated and weve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first doing the right thing leading with exceptional ideas committing to diversity and inclusion and giving back - arent just beliefs they guide the decisions we make every day to do whats best for our clients communities and more than 80000 employees in 1200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley youll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds talents perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.