Enterprise Technology and Services (ETS) delivers shared technology services supporting all the Firm's business applications and end users. ETS is focused on enabling the Firm to manage its global businesses and clients with market-leading technology platforms that are resilient, secure, smart, fast, flexible, and efficient. The ETS Portfolio Governance & Delivery (PGD) team oversees the strategic alignment, execution, and governance of key initiatives, ensuring they deliver value, meet organizational goals, and adhere to compliance and risk standards, while also managing and facilitating cross-functional alignment and dependency management. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee, manage and drive the delivery of high-impact programs/projects within our portfolio. This role combines elements of portfolio, program and project management, requiring a leader who can coordinate multiple initiatives, balance strategic oversight with tactical execution, ensure alignment with strategic priorities, and optimize resource allocation. Responsibilities > Oversee planning, prioritization, and alignment of programs and projects to ensure they support organizational goals and are consistent with overall strategy > Act as the central point of contact for portfolio-level updates, providing insight into program / project performance and resource needs > Lead and manage high-priority programs and projects, ensuring on-time delivery, budget and risk control adherence and alignment with key performance indicators > Coordinate cross- functional teams, resources, and stakeholder engagement to drive deliverables, manage dependencies and ensure success > Actively monitor project / program interdependencies, facilitating quick resolution of conflicts to keep initiatives on track > Serve as trusted advisor to project teams, offering guidance on governance standards, risk management and effective issue resolution > Engage with senior leadership and key stakeholders to prepare and deliver clear, high-level presentations and reports that communicate on the project progress > Track project financials, including budget adherence and forecasting > Ensure adherence to governance standards across programs / projects, embedding best practices for reporting, compliance, and risk management Requirements > Proven work experience (8+ years) in project management, with demonstrated capability in managing complex, cross-functional projects > Strong strategic mindset with the ability to oversee a diverse portfolio of programs / projects and align with organizational goals > Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across functions > Strong understanding of governance frameworks, reporting standards and risk management practices. > Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. > Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead process improvements. > Strong problem solving and analytical skills. > Ability to perform in high pressure, fast paced situations > Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized > Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (i.e. Jira, PPT, Excel, Power BI) > Technology and Financial Services background (desired) WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. 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