Job Description

Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At FIS, youll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.

ABOUT THE TEAM:

FIS is looking for a Project Manager I to join our Payments One team in Chicago, IL. This position will work with our clients and internal team members to manage and execute successful implementations.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING?

In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of assigned non-technical projects. Typically involves extensive interactions with cross-functional teams of various functional areas of the business.

* Plan and coordinate all aspects of non-technical projects from initiation through delivery.
* Manage project initiation activities including identifying contractual obligations, client or business needs and goals, existing situation and necessary contacts.
* Ensure requirements for internal projects align to operational standards. Develop alternate requirements or document exceptions as appropriate.
* Develop, define and execute project plans, project scope, activities, schedules, budgets and deliverables.
* Identify needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles.

WHAT YOU BRING:

The ideal candidate will have formal Project Management experience, preferably within an implementations, client-facing role. Typically requires up to three years work experience managing projects in financial services or a related industry or related subject matter, e.g., finance/accounting, marketing, sales, business planning, business operations.

* Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines
* Knowledge of the industry project management best practices, i.e., Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
* Knowledge of standards relevant to the financial services industry , e.g., ISO, Six Sigma
* Knowledge of financial services industry
* Advanced skill in the use of project management software to manage projects, e.g., MS Project and auxiliary tools, such as earned value database, audit tools, project repository, including risk, issues and action items database, SLIM Estimate, Metrics and Control, PlanView, Platinum Process Continuum
* Demonstrated skill in managing project budgets and timelines
* You are very organized and detail-oriented; able to work with shifting priorities
* You love analyzing issues and devising efficiencies to better the client experience
* You are looking to join our team and build a long-term career with FIS

ADDED BONUS IF YOU HAVE:

* Financial technology industry experience

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

At FIS, we value new ideas and we pride ourselves on providing a wide-range of opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment. FIS offers an open-minded collaborative culture with enthusiastic technologists. A true partner. We are dedicated to our team members and our customers equally. We strive to create an environment to help you succeed.

Additional Perks and Benefits such as:

* Company Paid Volunteer Day
* A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure
* Health coverage offered for you and your family through Health/Vision/Dental/Insurance plans
* 401K with company contribution and Employee Stock Purchase Program with company match
* FIS Gives Back Program charitable events and activities to help support our local community

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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