Project Manager (6361)

"Our basic strength lies in the people who work here." - Samuel C. Johnson.

The words of our founder are indicative of how we have valued our people for more than 35 years. We believe that our associates are our greatest asset and strive to make sure they know it. Along the way, we've earned a reputation for developing and rewarding successful people. Johnson Bank is the proud recipient of numerous workplace of choice awards including FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2008, Number 1 Best Place to Work in Southeastern Wisconsin (MRA/Milwaukee Magazine) and Best Places to Work in The Valley (Phoenix Business Journal/BestCompaniesAZ).Description



Using organizational and planning skills, manages various project teams to deliver innovative new technologies in a manner that improves business processes and positively impacts JFG associates and clients. Builds relationships with business and project teams based upon JFG values and culture. Works with a team of experienced project managers.

Responsibilities include: Lead project teams in their efforts to define project goals, objectives, requirements, deliverables and measures of success. Provide complete documentation and assure agreement and support from project sponsors and Senior Management. Provide thorough and accurate analysis of current business practices and demonstrate a clear understanding of the business areas' objectives and long-term strategies. Provide consultation at the business areas request related to business processes, new opportunities due to technology, and/or other projects that may impact their area. Analyze potential software alternatives and recommend solutions that best reflect the business area's priorities and JFG's technical infrastructure requirements. Focus on providing an objective, independent view for the recommendation. Effectively manage vendor software implementation projects and/or internal development projects. Effectively manage vendor relationships which may include contract negotiation, service level delivery and product development. Maintain and develop detailed project plans, meet dates and exceed client expectations. Actively follow the JFG project process to ensure clients have a consistent approach to project definition, requirements, testing, implementation and reporting. Continue to identify areas of improvement for the JFG project process. Participate in educational opportunities to keep current with industry trends and advancements, including review of periodicals and on-line news groups, conferences and professional groups. Required Skills

B.S. or B.A. degree and three to five years project management experience or similar business experience. General knowledge of financial business processes. Ability to see the big picture and develop vision of long term technology solutions combined with business strategies. Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects, exhibit strong organizational skills, and meet deadlines and maintain quality.Willingness to promote, embrace and reflect the JFG vision and mission.Experience with project repository tools (Sharepoint) is a plusExperience with Agile Methodologies or Data warehousing projects is a plus. Johnson Bank and Johnson Insurance are part of Johnson Financial Group, a premier financial services company offering comprehensive financial solutions in the areas of banking, trust, insurance, investment management and leasing. As a privately-owned company, we pride ourselveson the enduring values and principles of our founder Sam Johnson and the Johnson Family. In the midst of five generations of change andevolution, those values and principles have not changed and serve to guide us in all we do.JFG wants to be your place for opportunity through a competitive compensation and excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, life, vacation, holidays as well as educational reimbursement for our associates. To learn more about our organization and our career opportunities please visit johnsonbank.com.Please apply for this position directly at: http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=279280&company_id=15760&jobboardid=24Johnson Financial Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace differences, welcome diversity, and value a culture of respect.