Senior Design Project Manager

Grow your career as a Senior Design Project Manager with an innovative global bank. Contract role with strong possibility of extension. Will require working a hybrid schedule 2-3 days onsite per week.

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. Ideal for a seasoned project manager with an interest in program management, bringing strategic thinking and operational excellence to our UX initiatives. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 10+ Months

Required Skills & Experience

• 7-8 years of Project management experience in a complex global organization.
• Strongly prefer experience with UX design and leading UX/design projects in complex enterprise settings.
• Strong project management skills: time tracking, note-taking, requirements definition.
• Familiarity with SDLC and working with UX/UI teams.
• Proficiency with Jira; familiarity with other tools like Excel, Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Comfortable using Figma for building thought boards (no design work required).
• Ability to work asynchronously across diverse time zones (e.g., New York, Dallas, London, APAC).
• Flexible and relentless problem-solving mindset.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt.
• Strong organizational and operational acumen with a track record of driving successful outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Passion for design excellence and user-centered thinking.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Prefer Banking industry experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Manage projects or pods within the larger team structure.
• Set up designers and design leads for success by facilitating smooth workflows and removing roadblocks.
• Collaborate with other design teams to ensure alignment and shared best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with development, business, and product partners.
• Demonstrate proven experience in asynchronous collaboration across multiple time zones, including the U.S., Canada, APAC, and Europe.
• Drive and track business impact, ensuring design initiatives contribute to key business objectives.
• Exhibit exceptional follow-up and attention to detail, maintaining accountability across projects.
• Lead roadmapping and scoping efforts to ensure clear project definitions and achievable timelines.
• Maintain the highest level of communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Take detailed notes and provide proactive communication on deadlines, expectations, and project status.
• Assess risks and ensure the team maintains a sterling reputation by proactively addressing challenges.
• Work confidently with all levels of the organization, from junior designers to executive leadership.
• Foster creativity and innovation within a corporate environment, balancing structure with exploration.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of design and research methodologies to support team needs.
• Navigate and execute effectively within a large, matrixed organization.
• Manage escalations, facilitate decision-making, and balance communication with ownership.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.