IT PMO / Business Analyst – Banking Transformation Projects

About the role

We are looking for an IT PMO / Business Analyst to support large‑scale transformation initiatives within Corporate Banking and Capital Markets. The role is ideal for professionals with experience working with Japanese financial institutions and who excel in relationship‑driven, collaborative environments.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver PMO and Business Analysis services across strategic banking transformation programmes.
• Support business process improvement and technology change initiatives.
• Manage project governance, reporting, risks, issues and stakeholder communications.
• Facilitate requirements gathering, documentation, UAT planning and implementation activities.
• Build trusted relationships with business and technology stakeholders.
• Contribute to successful project delivery across local and international teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience delivering PMO and/or Business Analysis activities within financial services transformation programmes.
• Background in consulting, systems integration or large‑scale project delivery environments.
• Experience supporting Japanese banks, securities firms or other Japan‑headquartered financial organisations.
• Ability to work effectively in a Japanese corporate culture; Japanese language skills are advantageous.

Required skills

• PMO methodology and governance.
• Business analysis techniques including requirements gathering, documentation and UAT planning.
• Understanding of corporate banking and capital markets processes.