Senior Software Project Manager

We are hiring Senior Software Project Managers (PM) for our awesome project teams across multiple client sites. JurisTech Project Managers are one of the key units that steer JurisTech projects towards a resounding success! They look into the work activities to control/ meet the project timeline and objectives. Not only are they monitoring the work progress, but the JurisTech PM also drives the motivation and well-being of project team members to ensure that everyone is aligned and on the same track. On a day-to-day basis, our PM also tracks the burndown rate of the sprint execution. And yes, JurisTech practises Agile methodology and we are loving it!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing. He or she is meticulous and smart and has the capability to understand how software works. Proactiveness and the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders should already be second nature to them.
• Plans well and ahead from overall objectives and timeline, resource planning, weekly and daily activities of the project workforce, etc. He or she needs to ensure that these plans are executed accurately and in a timely manner. Prompt and quick to response to change is a must, as any changes in plans need to be mitigated, to have its baseline re-established, and to be communicated upfront to all stakeholders.
• Has a combination of skills including the ability to ask penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions, and resolve conflicts. Able to spot for gaps in expectations between the clients and the project team, address these gaps, and maintain professionalism and good technique when discussing these expectation gaps with the clients. When gaps exist, he or she needs to manage the scope and expectations effectively to both clients and JurisTech.
• Responsible for making wise decisions in the project. He or she should be spot on in identifying project risks and issues, and make sure they mitigate said risks and minimise uncertainties. Every decision he or she makes must directly benefit the project, creating win-win results for the clients, JurisTech, and all stakeholders.
• Well versed with PM related project artifacts in each SDLC phase and able to develop and craft artifacts with distinction.
• Possesses the discipline of documentation in projects to safeguard project’s interest.
• To absorb and learn the Agile methodology and monitor, clear, or escalate based on the Agile methods, e.g., to be the scrum master during the daily kanban stand-ups, effectively clear roadblocks, identify resource gaps in terms of cards ownership and progression (who is overloaded and who is underachieving), and come out with mitigation plans if the progression is not as per expectation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Professional Degree in Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Computer Science/Information Technology, Science and Technology, or equivalent.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant working experience in project management is highly preferred.
• Required language(s): English (Excellent communicating and writing skills.)
• Possesses mastery in interpersonal skills and the ability to manage both client’s and project team’s expectations.
• Has managed (a) project team(s) with a few subordinates and has demonstrated excellent skills in managing said teams.
• Preferably with experience in delivering large-scale software projects in the banking, insurance, or telecommunications industry.
• Preferably with basic credit loan processing or banking domain knowledge encompasses understanding banking operations, regulations, customer needs, and financial concepts like deposits, loans, interest rates, and risk management, which are crucial for effective financial decision-making and software development in the financial sector.
• Must be willing to learn aspects of the software solutions, from functional to technical.
• Project management certification(s) (PMP/Scrum Master/Agile/PRINCE2) will be considered favourably.
• Disciplined approach to project documentation and record-keeping.
• Has experience in project management software, such as Microsoft Project, to organise their tasks and workforce.

Successful candidates will be required to work at Bangsar South area and/or may be required to travel to project sites as and when required.