Project Management Officer

Title : Project management Office or Change management Hybrid in New York head officelong term contractNeed locals for this position.What Makes You a Strong CandidateYou combine deep program management expertise with strong change management instincts and the ability to operate as a trusted partner to senior leadership in complex, matrixed environments.Experience• 10+ years of progressive experience in program/portfolio management and/or organizational change management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior advisory capacity• Demonstrated experience standing up or significantly scaling a PMO function within internal audit, risk, compliance, or a similarly governed environment in financial services• Proven track record managing complex, multi-workstream programs with 20+ concurrent initiatives and cross-functional dependencies• Experience developing and executing change management strategies for technology-driven transformations, including platform implementations, operating model redesigns, and methodology rollouts• Proven ability to operate as a strategic thought partner to senior leaders—comfortable navigating ambiguity, influencing without authority, and driving execution in matrixed environmentsSkills & Capabilities• Expertise in project and portfolio management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) and tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira)• Deep fluency in change management frameworks and best practices (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Kotter, or similar)• Expertise in using Coda for managing projects and portfolios• Ability to design governance structures, reporting cadences, and decision rights frameworks that create clarity without bureaucracy• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to craft executive-ready narratives and translate program complexity into clear, actionable insights• Executive presence and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and build trust across diverse teams• Data-driven mindset—comfortable building KPI frameworks, tracking adoption metrics, and using data to inform program decisions• Systems thinker who designs scalable, sustainable solutions• Familiarity with internal audit operations, methodology, and regulatory expectations (e.g., IIA Standards, QAIP), is a plusEducation & Certifications (Preferred)• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Project Management, or a related discipline• PMP, PgMP, or similar project/program management certification strongly preferred• Prosci Change Management Certification or equivalent is a plus• CIA, CISA, or other internal audit certifications are a plus• Master’s degree in a relevant field is a plus