Senior/Lead Project Leader, Process

1 month ago


Stockholm, Sweden Nordea Bank Full time

Job ID: 24579 


Do you thrive in leading change through cross-functional teams on a mission to make Group Finance the leading finance function in the best bank in the Nordics? We are looking for a Senior or Lead Project Leader to drive strategic change initiatives in Group Finance and across the Nordea Group. 


At Nordea, we’re committed to being a partner our customers and society can count on. Compliance and integrity go hand in hand. Joining us means you’ll have an impact on how we do banking – today and tomorrow. So bring your ideas, skills and unique background. With us, you’ll be in good company with plenty of opportunities to collaborate, grow and make your mark on something bigger.


About this opportunity


Welcome to the Process & Change management team in Group Finance. We add value by driving the Group Finance strategy process and by leading key change initiatives to execute on the plan set. Our initiatives span across the different finance capabilities and sometimes involve driving change across the Nordea Group. We at times come in very early, when what will later be a strategic change initiative is just an idea. Other times we take on the driver role in an already structured initiative. In this role, there is plenty of opportunity to grow in different functional areas in finance, broaden your network and understanding of how Group Finance and ultimately the Nordea Group works. With us, you’ll be in good company with a chance to make your mark on something bigger.

You will be leading change initiatives as a Project Leader, which means that you will:

Drive the maturation of ideas, ironing out what Group Finance or Nordea should aim for Translate business needs into tangible project objectives and set up the needed project structure to achieve those objectives Inspire, coach and empower team members to make sure that initiative deliverables and goals are met Support the teams or team members in removing impediments and blockers to secure delivery  Manage stakeholders and successfully deliver according to agreed scope and priorities in a predictable and transparent manner Proactively demonstrate control of the key issues i.e. risk and compliance, and manage proper mitigating activities to ensure a smooth delivery Together with the teams create a fun and energising work environment built on trust, inclusion and clear communication


The role is based in Helsinki; Stockholm.


Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.

To succeed in this role, we believe that you:

Have a strong drive, are goal-oriented and structured Enjoy the challenge of working in a complex environment, in demanding projects where you need to create the structure needed to succeed Have documented ability to work in and lead cross-border teams or culturally diverse teams Have a genuine interest in learning the business context and an interest in technology solutions Are a self-starter with a consulting mindset, able to coach, mentor and empower team members Have great communication and networking skills, and good at driving collaboration across the value chain Have a willingness to drive initiatives of both agile and more traditional character Are dependable, well grounded, willing to speak up – even when it’s difficult  Have strong problem-solving skills and are comfortable in challenging conversations Are open to change, and with an interest in continuously developing yourself, as well as others


Your experience and background:

A proven track record in project or programme management or facilitation of complex initiatives (5+ years) Firm grasp of traditional project management or agile methods Previous experience from Nordea is a special merit Functional competence in Finance Analytical skills and an ability to deal with complex issues Experience in building strong stakeholder relationships Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field Fluency in English

If this sounds like you, get in touch



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