Senior Manager , FACET CCoE

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About the Opportunity Job Type: Permanent Application Deadline: 09 July 2025 Job Description Title Senior Manager,FACET(CCoE Department Finance Location Gurgaon Reports To Associate Director Level 6, Senior Manager Fidelity International offers investment solutions and services and retirement expertise to more than 2.5 million customers globally. As a privately held, purpose-driven company with a 50-year heritage, we think generationally and invest for the long term. Operating in more than 25 locations and with $616 billion in total assets, our clients range from central banks, sovereign wealth funds, large corporates, financial institutions, insurers, and wealth managers, to private individuals. We’re proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years. How have we achieved this? By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world. So, join our [insert name of team/ business area] team and feel like you’re part of something bigger. About your team The Cost CoE team was formed in mid 2022 to address the complexity & drivers around cost, create a scalable operating model, and deliver services that drive business performance and ensure regulatory compliance. To progress on the vision of building cost CoE, the primary responsibility of this role would be enhancing the transparency and quality of costs & related datasets. The candidate will be responsible to support drive strategic programmes and develop implementation plans by coordinating with leaders across Controllership and Business finance. The candidate will also contribute to creation and implementation of best practices, cost estimation vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve both strategic partnerships and operational aspects About your role The FACET arm within the Cost Center of Excellence (CoE) is responsible for capability creation and innovation across AI, Python, data engineering, automation, and project management to drive efficiency and decision-making in Finance. As a Senior Manager, you will play a critical role in leading strategic capability-building initiatives, managing large-scale projects, and driving cross-functional adoption of emerging tools and processes. This role requires a blend of strong project management expertise, finance transformation knowledge, and a deep understanding of new-age technologies. Key Responsibilities: 1. Project Leadership & Execution: Lead and oversee multiple large-scale projects focused on capability building in Finance. Develop and manage project roadmaps, governance structures, and execution plans to ensure successful implementation. Identify key use cases for AI, Python, automation, and data engineering within Finance and drive adoption. Manage project risks, interdependencies, and ensure seamless execution through Agile and traditional project methodologies. 2. Capability Building & Technology Adoption: Establish and implement best practices for new technologies in Finance. Drive training, knowledge-sharing, and skill-building programs for teams on AI, Python, data engineering, and automation. Build a structured framework for measuring capability adoption and impact. 3. Stakeholder & Change Management: Partner with Finance, Technology, and Business teams to integrate new tools and capabilities into BAU processes. Lead change management efforts, ensuring smooth adoption and engagement across functions. Present updates, business cases, and impact assessments to senior leadership. 4. Process Optimization & Innovation: Evaluate finance processes to identify areas for automation, AI integration, and advanced analytics. Develop proof-of-concept (PoC) models and lead their full-scale implementation. Establish best practices and governance models for sustained improvements. About you 8 to 10 years of experience in finance transformation, project management, or technology-driven capability building. Strong project management expertise (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Six Sigma preferred). Exposure to Finance processes (FP&A, cost management, shared services). Knowledge of AI, Python, Power BI, data engineering, or automation tools. Excellent stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proven track record in leading capability-building initiatives in Finance or Technology. Hands-on experience with financial automation, AI/ML, or data analytics. Experience in finance shared services, FP&A, or cost allocation models.