Assistant Vice President, Data Analytics Transformation Project Manager & Scrum Master 12 months FTC

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in London seeks an Assistant Vice President for Data Analytics Transformation. Responsible for managing complex projects and acting as Scrum Master for EMEA initiatives, you will drive innovation through data analytics and agile practices. Ideal candidates have strong project management, agile methodology knowledge, and experience with data analytics tools. Full-time position offering opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering transformation programmes.
• Experience managing global or regional initiatives.
• Robust knowledge in Agile methodology (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the global data analytics transformation programme.
• Prepare executive-level updates on programme status.
• Promote continuous learning and innovation within the team.

Skills

Project management experience

Financial acumen

Data visualization skills

Agile methodology knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Data Analytics, Business Management, or Project Management

Professional certifications in project management and/or agile methodologies

Tools

JIRA

Power BI

MS Project

Job description

Assistant Vice President, Data Analytics Transformation Project Manager & Scrum Master, 12 months FTC

Join to apply for the role at MUFG. The AVP – Data Analytics Transformation Project Manager & Scrum Master will support the coordination of the global data analytics transformation programme and serve as Scrum Master for the EMEA regional DA initiatives. This role champions agile practices, helps to coordinate and manage complex projects, and ensures delivery of strategic objectives. Secondary responsibilities include automating management information (MI) reporting, offering an opportunity to develop hands-on data analytics and project management skills.

Role Description

Main Purpose and Accountability MUFG Internal Audit is undergoing a major transformation to embed data analytics into its audit processes, drive innovation, and reshape audit execution through data analytics and AI. The AVP will support the coordination of the global data analytics transformation programme and act as Scrum Master for the EMEA regional DA initiatives. This role will champion agile practices, coordinate and manage complex projects, and ensure delivery of strategic objectives. While the primary focus is programme and project management, the role also includes secondary responsibilities for automating management information (MI) reporting.

Be Part of a Data Analytics regional Centre of Excellence The DA Audit Analyst role supports the EMEA Internal Audit Office (EIAO), a team of around 110 auditors. The team enhances audit efficiency and effectiveness through data analytics across the region, combining expertise in audit, data analysis, engineering, and visualisation. Innovation is embedded in the audit process, with capabilities like Generative AI and Machine Learning. The team also automates regional internal MI production, streamlining reporting and boosting operational efficiency. You will be part of a forward-thinking Internal Audit function focused on continuous improvement and technological advancement—where collaboration, curiosity, and impact drive everything we do.

Reporting Structure Authority from, and Reporting to: Data Analytics Audit Director, Global Head of Data Analytics

Key Responsibilities

Global Data Analytics Programme & Project Management

Responsible to support the end-to-end delivery of the global data analytics transformation programme, including detailed project planning, milestone tracking, and coordination across regions. The AVP will help with timely execution against strategic objectives and maintain clear communication with stakeholders producing high-quality executive-level reporting.

Project Plan Management

• Support the execution of the global data analytics transformation roadmap by maintaining the shared tracker, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely delivery of initiatives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans; contribute to and enhance global data analytics governance and management frameworks.
• Track progress against strategic targets, proactively escalate risks and issues.
• Take ownership of delivery deadlines and hold those delivering projects to account.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across regions with guidance from the Global Head of Data Analytics, including organising and preparing for the Global Data Analytics Champions Forum and sourcing/presenting impactful data analytics use cases in audit testing.
• Support budget coordination, analytics tools licenses renewal processes, and regional Data Champion activities.

Executive level reporting

• Prepare and deliver executive-level updates on programme status to senior stakeholders and regional teams.
• Gather input from all regions to produce regular summaries for the Group Audit Executive, Global Chief Auditor, and Regional Chief Auditors; data analytics KPIs for Regional Chief Auditors, Global Audit Heads, and senior MDs/Directors; and structured updates for senior management meetings.
• Curate and package high-impact data analytics use cases for strategic communication and knowledge sharing.

Regional Data Analytics Scrum Master Duties

Responsible to improve agile delivery by facilitating regular catchups and managing sprints and backlogs. Ensure alignment with programme goals, promote agile tools like JIRA and Confluence, and foster innovation through collaboration. Produce dashboards and reports to support strategic oversight of the analytics portfolio. Specifically:

• Facilitate agile sessions (e.g., stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) for regional data analytics activities.
• Remove impediments and ensure transparency through effective backlog management and sprint reporting.
• Ensure alignment between sprint goals and broader programme objectives, maintaining clear and proactive communication with stakeholders.
• Champion the adoption and integration of agile tools and practices—such as JIRA and Confluence—to enhance team efficiency and visibility.
• Promote continuous learning and innovation by encouraging experimentation and sharing of best practices across teams.
• Produce operational reports using JIRA and Power BI to monitor progress against data analytics targets and support day-to-day management.
• Develop executive-level dashboards and reports to track progress across the full portfolio of data analytics activities, tailored for senior stakeholders.

Personal Development & Function Goals

Actively contribute to the goals and continuous improvement of Internal Audit. Contribute positively to team culture and personal development. Specifically:

• Uphold high standards of performance and behavior while respecting diverse working styles; take accountability for delivering quality work consistently.
• Participate in MUFG broader initiatives, including those that promote equity, inclusion, and belonging, and contribute to IA shared goals.
• Stay informed on key industry topics and share relevant insights with the team.
• Embrace flexible, hybrid working practices, and meet in-office expectations.
• Uphold MUFG values: Inclusion & Diversity, Speak Up Listen Up, and Own & Execute.
• Adapt communication to build relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Build trust by being open to feedback, showing willingness to learn, and supporting peers.
• Participate in team engagement activities and celebrate achievements.

Secondary Responsibilities (Stretch)

If the successful candidate has or wishes to develop data analytics and visualisation skills, the role offers opportunities to contribute to:

• The automation of Internal Audit’s MI reporting, including the development of dashboards and analytics tools using Power BI (e.g., resourcing, issues management or risk assessment dashboard).
• The identification and implementation of process improvements within Internal Audit, particularly through the use of automation tools such as Power Automate and Python.
• The development of Continuous Monitoring projects, enabling proactive oversight of business activities.

Job Requirements

Education

• Degree in Data Analytics, Business Management or Project Management, or related fields is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications in project management and/or agile methodologies are highly desirable. Examples include PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, CAPM, CSM, CSP, CSPM, PSM I-III, SAFe Scrum Master (SSM).

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate the capabilities below:

• Project management experience, ideally within financial services or internal audit, and in Agile environments.
• Proven track record of delivering transformation programmes, including data and technology-driven initiatives.
• Experience managing global or regional initiatives, with exposure to agile methodologies and stakeholder complexity.
• Project planning and execution across scope, schedule, and budget.
• Robust knowledge in Agile methodology (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).
• Risk and issue management, with proactive mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder engagement and reporting, including senior-level communication.
• Financial acumen and budget control, especially in transformation contexts.
• Proficiency with project and analytics tools such as JIRA, MS Project and Power BI.
• Cross-functional team coordination, fostering collaboration across global teams.
• Data visualisation skills, with Power BI proficiency, are considered an advantage.

Inclusion & Compliance

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the role and our legal obligations.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Financial Services and Banking