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Join our newly formed Delivery Practices Team
Collaborate and lead cross functional teams to deliver exciting projects
Excellent work environment in a supportive team culture
About the role
We have an opportunity for an experienced Delivery Lead to join our newly formed Delivery Practices division. As a Delivery Lead, you will be supported by an inclusive team as you lead multiple delivery teams in the management, control and co-ordination of initiatives to drive the creation of a new Bank.
You will provide expertise across delivery management, resource management, financial management, delivery and sprint planning, scheduling and execution, progress reporting and stakeholder engagement, whilst ensuring strong governance.
Additionally, your focus will be to deliver these initiatives whilst maintaining excellent relationships with all stakeholders.
Working collaboratively, your key responsibilities will include :
Implementing key initiatives in line with agreed budget, schedule and quality
Managing and coordinating the delivery plan, associated risks and cross functional resources within approved budgets and schedules
Driving governance of Agile, project, release management, change, and testing methodologies
Helping to determine and deliver value up front
Developing financial evaluation models, benefits and outlining ongoing BAU costs, in order to hand over to the business
Identifying and assigning resource requirements to deliver initiative and tracking progress
Taking accountability for the overall technical solution by providing thought leadership and governance to technical delivery teams
Developing plans to mitigate risk with a sound understanding of risk management principles
About You
You are a well experienced Delivery Manger working across both Agile and Waterfall Project Management methodologies. You have successfully delivered concurrent, complex initiatives within the finance and / or banking field that has involved managing a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of an organisation whilst leading cross functional teams.
We also seek :
Demonstrated leadership experience in successfully delivering initiative outcomes
A strong focus on customer service and identifying the needs and pain points of end users
Outstanding influencing, negotiation and communication skills.
Exceptional organizational and critical thinking skills
Broad technical understanding of banking technology including application development, infrastructure management, cyber security, and integration
Proven estimating and resource management skills
Experience establishing steering committees and working groups
Experience using JIRA to set sprint goals and track progress
Experience preparing schedules, cost reporting, status tracking, and progress reporting
Your degree qualification in business, IT or related field or equivalent is required and certification in recognised project management qualification, with Agile certifications will be highly regarded.
Why you'll love working with us :
People First Bank our new brand says exactly what we're all about : people. We're committed to supporting and growing our team and creating an outstanding work environment.
You'll have access to financial and lifestyle benefits to support your success and individuality :
Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.
Enhance your salary with discounts on banking, health insurance, and shopping across Australia.
Advance your career with training, study support, and project opportunities.
Competitive leave benefits that empower employees to take time for themselves and loved ones.
Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing leave, mental health app, and mental health ambassadors' program.
Make a difference with paid volunteering, Workplace Giving, and diverse community initiatives.
Be recognised for your contributions through our peer-driven recognition program.
A bit about People First Bank :
In March 2023, People's Choice and Heritage Bank merged to form Heritage and People's Choice Limited - Australia's leading mutual bank.
We are now on an exciting journey to bring together our products, services, and technology under a single brand - People First Bank.
We have over 700,000 members and 1,900 employees, with dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, an Australian-based contract centre and branches across five states.
With a vision To deliver positive change through banking', People First Bank serves members and contributes to the community, while offering an inclusive, flexible work environment.
We're big enough to make an impact; but agile enough to influence and do interesting work.
Apply online now :
If this sounds like you, this could be the next step in your career. Click 'Apply' now and submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support candidate requests for adjustments to enable everyone to equitably participate in our selection process.
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