Senior IT Project Manager – Gas & Power Trading at Tala

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy Trading, Gas & PowerIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in project management or similar roles
  • Experience in energy commodity trading, vendor application implementations, and IT/software project management
  • Strong communication, organizational, and commercial skills
  • Experience with IT suppliers and contracts
  • Formal project management training; certifications (PMP, Six Sigma, etc.) preferred; knowledge of agile methodologies
  • Familiarity with business application design, development, and integration
  • Fluent in English; French is a plus
  • Experience with IT projects and change initiatives
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
  • Strong risk management and issue resolution skills
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and reports
  • Experience with governance and compliance standards
  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and vendors
  • Experience with vendor applications and software implementations
  • Experience with IT software project management
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies
  • Experience with business application design, development, and integration

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage IT projects or a portfolio of smaller initiatives
  • Perform business scoping, implementation, and reporting (scope, schedule, budget)
  • Maintain risk, issue, decision, and RAID logs
  • Govern and comply with project methodologies and IT governance standards
  • Apply project methodologies and IT governance standards
  • Ensure legal, regulatory, and audit compliance (e.g., SOX)
  • Support the Gas & Power Trading PMO
  • Communicate with IT managers and business teams
  • Coordinate with third-party suppliers and support vendor applications
  • Promote project management culture and coach team members
  • Contribute to team reporting on support, tickets, and KPIs
  • Collaborate with other Trading IT/Technology teams

Skills

Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Risk Management
Issue Management
Regulatory Compliance
IT Governance
Business Scoping
Budget Management
Schedule Management
Team Coordination

Tala

Digital wallet and lending platform for underserved

About Tala

Tala operates as a digital wallet and lending platform that focuses on providing financial services to individuals who are often overlooked by traditional banks. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a personalized financial experience for its users. Customers can access instant credit, transfer money easily, and pay bills all through a single app. Tala's unique data tools allow it to serve a diverse range of customers, including those without access to conventional banking. The company generates revenue through interest and fees on the credit it offers, as well as transaction fees for money transfers and bill payments. Operating in multiple countries across three continents, Tala adapts its services to different markets while aiming to enhance the financial well-being of its users by providing tailored credit lines and financial advice.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$341.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from Stripe in crypto payments could challenge Tala's market position.
Keytom's launch may attract Tala's crypto-interested customer base, reducing market share.
Apple's NFC chip decision could lead to more competition in the digital wallet space.

Differentiation

Tala uses AI to offer personalized financial experiences to underserved individuals.
The company provides instant credit and expansive bill payment options via a single app.
Tala's proprietary data tools enable services for those without traditional banking access.

Upsides

Integration of stablecoin payments could enhance Tala's transaction speed and cost-effectiveness.
Apple's NFC chip opening may allow Tala to offer more seamless payment options.
Equifax's AI advancements highlight potential for Tala to improve its credit scoring systems.

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