Western Union Hiring for Group Leader, Project Management Office at Denver, CO  Full Time

Group Leader, Project Management Office– Denver, CO

Are you passionate about Project and Program Management in FinTech? Then it’s time to join the Western Union as a Group Leader, Project Management Office.

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In this role you will be responsible for overseeing and leading our organization’s project management function. Your primary objective will be to establish and manage a centralized globally focused PMO to ensure effective project delivery, streamlined processes, and successful execution of initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, stakeholders, and executive leadership, to drive project excellence, maximize efficiency, and deliver projects aligned with business goals.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the PMO.

• Define and enforce project management methodologies, processes, and standards across the organization.

• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to project managers and other team members within the PMO.

• Collaborate with regional and functional leadership to align project initiatives with strategic goals and objectives.

• Oversee the project portfolio, including prioritization, resource allocation, and budget management.

• Establish project governance frameworks and decision-making processes to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Streamline and optimize project management processes, tools, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.

• Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and scalability within the PMO.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and lessons learned across projects.

• Define and implement project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Develop reporting mechanisms to provide accurate and timely project updates to stakeholders.

• Conduct regular project reviews, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Collaborate with resource managers and project managers and portfolio management to ensure adequate resource allocation and capacity planning.

• Monitor resource utilization, identify bottlenecks, and propose solutions to optimize resource allocation and utilization.

• Drive resource management practices that align with project priorities and strategic objectives.

• Establish strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring their needs and expectations are understood and managed.

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between project teams, stakeholders, and executive leadership.

• Provide project-related updates, status reports, and executive summaries to stakeholders as required.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, engineering, computer science). A master’s degree is a plus.

• Proven experience (10+ years) in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.

• Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices.

• Demonstrated expertise in project portfolio management, governance, and resource management.

• Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking abilities.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in project management software, collaboration tools, and reporting systems.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere.Join us for what’s next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company -transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/

Salary
The on-target earnings range is $196,350 – $327,250 per year, which includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States – Specific Benefits Include

* Family First Program

* Time off

* Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

* Student Loan Repayment Program

* Tuition Assistance Program

* Parental Leave

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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