Lead Project Manager
Company: Circle
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
Circle is a financial technology company at the epicenter of the
emerging internet of money, where value can finally travel like
other digital data - globally, nearly instantly and less
expensively than legacy settlement systems. This ground-breaking
new internet layer opens up previously unimaginable possibilities
for payments, commerce and markets that can help raise global
economic prosperity and enhance inclusion. Our infrastructure -
including USDC, a blockchain-based dollar - helps businesses,
institutions and developers harness these breakthroughs and
capitalize on this major turning point in the evolution of money
and technology. What you'll be part of: Circle is committed to
visibility and stability in everything we do. As we grow as an
organization, we're expanding into some of the world's strongest
jurisdictions. Speed and efficiency are motivators for our success
and our employees live by our company values: Multistakeholder,
Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence and High Integrity. Circlers are
consistently evolving in a remote world where strength in numbers
fuels team success. We have built a flexible and diverse work
environment where new ideas are encouraged and everyone is a
stakeholder. What you'll be responsible for: Circle is looking for
a Project Manager, IT to lead the development and implementation of
a comprehensive IT framework for project management. The position
will be responsible for ensuring the alignment of all IT
initiatives with the company's overall business strategy, and that
projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the
satisfaction of key stakeholders. What you'll work on:
- Developing and implementing an IT framework for Project
Management (PMO) focused on ITIL standard methodologies that
supports Circle's strategic goals and objectives.
- Leading quarterly planning and ensuring that IT initiatives are
properly scoped, planned, and resourced to meet business
requirements.
- Monitoring and reporting on project status, progress, and
risks.
- Implementing and maintaining project management processes,
tools, and methodologies to ensure consistent and effective
delivery of IT initiatives.
- Leading XFN projects to deliver IT initiatives and goals.
- Identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous
improvement in IT and PMO processes and practices. You will aspire
to our four core values:
- Multistakeholder - you have dedication and commitment to our
customers, shareholders, employees and families and local
communities.
- Mindful - you seek to be respectful, an active listener and to
pay attention to detail.
- Driven by Excellence - you are driven by our mission and our
passion for customer success which means you relentlessly pursue
excellence, that you do not tolerate mediocrity and you work
intensely to achieve your goals.
- High Integrity - you seek open and honest communication, and
you hold yourself to very high moral and ethical standards. You
reject manipulation, dishonesty and intolerance. What you'll bring
to Circle:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology,
or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in IT governance or IT project
management with 1-2 years in a complex project leadership role
preferred.
- Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks, project
management methodologies, and IT risk management.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability
to build partnership with business leaders and key team
members.
- Solid ability to manage project budgets and resources
effectively.
- Experience in financial services or related fields is
preferred.
- Certifications in IT governance and project management (e.g.
Agile, COBIT, PMP) are preferred.
- Nice to have: Conversational in Mandarin Chinese. Additional
Information:
- This position is eligible for day-one PERM sponsorship for
qualified candidates. Circle is on a mission to create an inclusive
financial future, with transparency at our core. We consider a wide
variety of elements when crafting our compensation ranges and total
compensation packages. The compensation range below is specific to
Los Angeles, CA. Actual starting pay is determined by various
factors, including but not limited to: relevant experience, skill
set, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs.
Please note that compensation ranges may differ for candidates in
other locations. Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $185,000 Annual Bonus
Target: 15% Also Included: Equity & Benefits (including medical,
dental, vision and 401(k)). Circle has a discretionary vacation
policy. We also provide 10 days of paid sick leave per year and 11
paid holidays per year in the U.S. We are an equal opportunity
employer and value diversity at Circle. We do not discriminate on
the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status. Additionally, Circle participates in the -E-Verify Program
-in certain locations, as required by law. #LI-Remote
Keywords: Circle, Los Angeles , Lead Project Manager, Executive , Los Angeles, California
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