Consulting Practice Manager

Oracle

Bangalore, Karnataka
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Job Description:This manager-level position is responsible for a segment within a given practice focused on a specific industry, service line, technology center, specialty area or region. Responsible for managing the three main pillars of a practice: people management, portfolio/delivery management and sales enablement. Has profit and loss responsibility or financial/expense management of practice.The business - Oracle Financial Services ConsultingOracle Financial Services Global Business Unit (FSGBU) is a world leader in providing IT solutions to the Financial Services industry. Oracle's customers include ten of the top ten Global Banks, ten of the top ten Insurance companies, ten of the top ten Securities firms, five of the top five Mutual Fund companies and four of the top five World Stock Exchanges.With the experience of delivering value-based IT solutions to over 840 financial institutions in over 130 countries, the FSGBU understands the specific challenges that financial institutions face: the need for building customer intimacy and competitive advantage through cost-effective solutions while, simultaneously, adhering to the stringent demands of a dynamic regulatory environment. Our solutions have the world's most comprehensive and contemporary banking applications and provide a technology footprint that addresses their complex IT and business requirementsBanking Consulting Europe which is a part of EMEA Region under 'FSGBU - Consulting' delivers Oracle Technology and Applications solutions for clientele in the European region. The service offerings include Application Implementation, Managed Services and Customization development services for Oracle Financial Services Software Banking products.Your OpportunityThis gives you an opportunity to apply your Project Management knowledge, skills and experience to work in the Banking Consulting team with a new generation of Oracle Banking products in next generation architecture built leveraging the latest technologies.The RoleActivities in Development or Implementation or Managed Service activity streams as a Project Manager and Techno-Functional Team-Lead. Responsible for managing the three main pillars of the Banking Consulting Practice: People Management, Portfolio / Delivery Management and Sales Enablement.Your responsibilities include: * Providing quality work products on customer engagements while managing a small team of consultants

Project planning and tracking: Manage Oracle and partner resources and track all project deliverables.
Pro-active identification and mitigation of project risks and manage client and Oracle escalations.
Participate in the decision-making process for all system changes and designs.
Use defined standards/tools/processes to achieve deliverables that meet quality expectations of Oracle / Client.
Has profit and loss responsibility or financial/expense management of Projects assigned.
Is accountable for managing and growing a revenue stream and customer base. Typically manages individual contributors. May serve as advisor for moderately complex engagements.
Adhere to defined Change Control Process of Oracle / Client. Comply with Oracle / Client audit / Compliance requirements.
Mentor and guide the team along with providing trainings, conducting performance reviews as applicable.
Participate in pre-sales activities and contribute towards generating business to consulting.
Performs varied and complex duties and tasks that need independent judgment, in order to implement Oracle products and technology to meet customer needs.
Applies Oracle methodology, company procedures, and leading practices in demonstrating expertise to deliver functional and technical solutions on moderately complex customer engagements.
May lead the solution design and implementation aspects of engagement(s) ensuring high quality, integrated software solutions within constraints of time and budget.
Effectively consults with management of customer organizations.

Desired Skills & ExperiencePrimary Skills

Lead, engage, mobilize and motivate multiple teams to accomplish goals in Core-Banking Product and Technology Implementations, Development and Support domains.
Expertise in planning and execution of projects covering entire SDLC from initial RFP / Product Walkthrough workshops with prospects, Design of customizations, Coding and Unit testing, executing Test cycle rounds including End of Days, migrations and Integrations for Oracle FLEXCUBE / Core banking products.
You possess working knowledge and skills in software programming working with cloud tools, technologies and framework and understanding of solutions, industry best practices, multiple business processes or technology designs within Core Banking domain.
Good problem solving, troubleshooting & communication skills.
You possess good client interaction skills in PM areas including presentation of solutions
You possess good skills on Microsoft Office, MS Excel, Powerpoint
You possess good communication & documentation skills in English

Secondary Skills

You have exposure to Automation of Software Development and Testing processes, Agile Development practice, DevOps tools, Automated-Testing tools
You possess knowledge of Oracle OBIEE Reports, BIP, middleware such as Oracle Fusion SOA Suite
You are aware of Microservices based technologies in Banking

Experience

12+ years of experience relevant to this position including 6 years of Consulting experience and 4 years of Project Management leadership experience.
Experience in development and / or implementation and / or support of Core Banking applications.

Educational and Other Qualifications

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.

Work Environment

Should be willing to work at offshore as well as travel to client locations
Should be willing to take up FLEXCUBE Technical certifications in functional areas as and when required.
Ability to work in a high pressure, fast moving and challenging environment
Team player
Should be able to work on shifts on rotation basis based on project needs

Responsibilities:Accountable for operational/financial metrics and overall business results of practice. Responsible for maintaining practice direction, ensuring quality of consulting delivery, and maintaining customer referenceability. Ensures that operational policies are followed and that business objectives are achieved by focusing on best practices and process improvements. Develops plans to successfully implement operational policies and achieves business plan. Is accountable for managing and growing a revenue stream and customer base. Typically manages individual contributors. May serve as advisor for moderately complex engagements.About Us:As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's problems. True innovation starts with diverse perspectives and various abilities and backgrounds.When everyone's voice is heard, we're inspired to go beyond what's been done before. It's why we're committed to expanding our inclusive workforce that promotes diverse insights and perspectives.We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer a highly competitive suite of employee benefits designed on the principles of parity and consistency. We put our people first with flexible medical, life insurance and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by calling +1 888 404 2494, option one.Disclaimer:Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

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