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Job Title:Associate Managing Consultant, Program Management, Advisors & Consulting ServicesOverview:All About UsThe Services team is a key differentiator for Mastercard, providing expertise that helps our customers grow. This team is responsible for end-to-end solutions for a diverse global customer base. We combine traditional management consulting with our rich data assets and in-house technology to provide our clients with powerful strategic insights and recommendations. Centered on data-driven technologies and innovation, these services include consulting, loyalty and marketing programs, test-and-learn business experimentation, and information and risk management services. While specializing in the payments industry, Mastercard Services also works closely with major retailers, airlines, and other enterprises, leveraging data and insights garnered from within and beyond its network.All About the RoleMake an Impact as an Associate Managing Consultant, Advisors Program Management.Advisors Program Management is an execution-oriented client-facing competency that applies proven, accredited change skills and domain experience to partner with clients and help them drive measurable value by: Developing new products and strategies and ensuring smooth and efficient delivery to market. Strengthening clients internal skills, knowledge and experience in critical areas. Successfully implementing complex technology assets and delivering the most challenging transformation programs to create the new business as usual. Transforming client processes and optimizing their management practices.As an Associate Managing Consultant, you will manage multiple projects within a portfolio providing efficient and effective coordination of a complex range of activities by clearly defining project team and stakeholder roles and responsibilities that are aligned with the delivery of the expected benefits. You will also ensure effective identification of risks and pro-active solutioning to mitigate risks and impact on timelines.All About You Experience in delivery of large, complex projects / programs of diverse size in a cross-functional, multicultural environment Formally trained in a range of project management and change management methodologies and techniques; accredited in one or more recognized PM/PMO/ Change/Service management methodologies is an advantage Able to plan and manage a multi-workstream program from inception to delivery providing support, direction and / or technical expertise to the project team across multiple disciplines and geographies Develop strong presence in the client organization extending beyond the immediate boundaries of the program Bring interesting & relevant industry perspectives, insights and ideas to key stakeholders in the client organization Think Out of the Box and can challenge the status quo with supporting analysis. Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills. Able to define scope, timelines and budgets in a clear, concise language in writing and verbally. Able to report on issues, risks, progress, timelines etc. accurately and summarize effectively offering analysis, options and credible solutions Able to handle multiple priorities, work independently, think laterally and manage multiple issues under the pressure of conflicting constraints and limited resources. Perform and articulate cost / benefit / risk analysis Able to lead, motivate and develop a team of professionalsAll About Your Education & Skills Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification. Advanced degree or MBA preferred 4-6 years of Project Management experience Professional accreditation such as Project Management Professional (PMP) desirable Exposure specifically in payments and/or retail banking or merchants and/or consultancies. Comfortable with significant client interaction and interest in building relationships Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple clients in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required, knowledge of Project Management tools preferred Willingness to travel #J-18808-Ljbffr