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Mastercard

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree, 3+ years in project management, financial sector exposure, teamwork skills, PM tools knowledge, and effective communication. PMP interest and security compliance are essential.
  • You will manage projects, track metrics, collaborate with clients, provide recommendations, lead meetings, identify risks, and contribute to the team's intellectual capital for professional growth.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree with work experience in project management and change management methodologies and techniques
  • At least 3 years of Project Management experience
  • Exposure to financial institutions, payments, and/or consultancies
  • Relevant teamwork and client or internal stakeholder management experience
  • Logical, structured thinking
  • Advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple clients in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local office language (if applicable)
  • Eligibility to work in the country where you are applying, as well as apply for travel visas as required by travel needs
  • Have completed or interested in pursuing recognized professional accreditation, such as Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Knowledge of Project Management tools
  • Exposure to payments and/or retail banking or acquiring
  • Ability to identify problems, brainstorm and analyze answers, and implement the best solutions
  • Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
  • Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
  • Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
  • Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • You will manage individual projects with minimal supervision, including tracking metrics, handling complex analyses, and preparing communications to report back to client and internal leadership.
  • You will develop practical recommendations, contribute to team discussions on implications of analyses, and work alongside the client’s staff on each project, assisting with implementation tasks.
  • Provide input on multiple small and large high-value projects across a range of industries and problem statements
  • Contribute proven, accredited change skills, domain experience, and delivery methodology to help clients drive measurable value
  • Collaborate with Mastercard team to understand clients’ needs, challenges, agenda, and risks
  • Develop working relationship with client analysts/managers, and act as trusted and reliable partner
  • Identify resources and assign responsibilities, track, and forecast effort and report on expense vs. earned value
  • Collaborate with senior project delivery consultants to implement strategically important assets and services
  • Independently coordinate a complex range of activities and effectively identify and proactively solution risks and impacts on timelines
  • Lead internal and client meetings with strong communication skills
  • Contribute to the firm's intellectual capital and be a strong brand ambassador for Mastercard and Data & Services
  • Receive mentorship from consulting leaders for professional growth and development

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of Mastercard?

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people worldwide by supporting a sustainable economy and providing secure, simple, and accessible digital payment solutions.

What are the key responsibilities of a Junior Project Manager at Mastercard?

A Junior Project Manager will manage individual projects with minimal supervision, track metrics, handle complex analyses, prepare communications, develop practical recommendations, and collaborate with client teams to implement solutions.

What qualifications are required for the Junior Project Manager position?

Basic qualifications include an undergraduate degree, at least 3 years of project management experience, exposure to financial institutions or consultancies, and strong skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Is there a preference for specific certifications?

Yes, having completed or being interested in pursuing a recognized professional accreditation such as Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.

What type of experience is valued for this role?

Relevant experience in project management, change management methodologies, and teamwork with client or internal stakeholders is valued.

What skills are necessary for effective communication in this role?

The ability to communicate effectively in English and the local office language (if applicable) is necessary for this role.

Will I receive mentorship as a Junior Project Manager?

Yes, you will receive mentorship from consulting leaders for professional growth and development.

Are there opportunities for collaboration with senior consultants?

Yes, you will collaborate with senior project delivery consultants to implement strategically important assets and services.

What is the company's approach to information security?

Every person working for or on behalf of Mastercard is responsible for information security, which includes abiding by security policies, ensuring confidentiality and integrity of information, and reporting any suspected violations.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, requiring the ability to perform multiple tasks with various clients simultaneously.

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Mastercard

Connecting Everyone to Priceless Possibilities

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1966
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.