Assistant Manager -Clarity PPM

Job Title: Clarity PPM Consultant/Senior Consultant ( Assistant Manager)

Department: CIB

About Business line/Function: RISK

Position Purpose: Permanent Position

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing technical solutions within Clarity, including configuring modules (Financial Management, Resource Management, Portfolio Management, etc.), managing user roles/security, and setting up custom fields or workflows.
• Translating complex business needs into functional and technical specifications.
• Leading or executing the end-to-end deployment of Clarity modules, ensuring that the system architecture aligns with the client's project management methodology.
• Managing the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of data from legacy systems into Clarity. Designing or overseeing integrations between Clarity and other enterprise tools (e.g., ERP, Jira, or BI tools).
• Acting as the Tier 2/3 support lead to resolve complex system bugs, performance issues, or configuration errors.
• Developing test plans, executing Unit Testing, System Integration Testing (SIT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure the system meets business requirements.
• Designing and building complex reports and dashboards (using Clarity's native tools or integrated BI tools like Power BI) to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
  
  

Contributing Responsibilities

• Developing training materials, conducting training sessions, and creating user manuals to ensure high adoption rates among end-users.
• Advising stakeholders on how to evolve their PPM maturity model and how Clarity features can support long-term digital transformation goals.
• Collaborating with PMO (Project Management Office) leaders to ensure the Clarity configuration supports standardized project methodologies.
• Acting as a bridge between technical IT teams and non-technical business executives to manage expectations regarding system capabilities and timelines.
• Identifying opportunities to optimize existing workflows and recommending upgrades or new module implementations to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Mentoring junior consultants, conducting peer reviews of configurations, and contributing to the organization's internal knowledge base/best practices.
  
  

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

• Strong hands-on experience with the Clarity PPM configuration, administration and customization.
• Knowledge of PPM processes – Project Management, Resource Planning, Demand Management and Financial Management.
• Understanding of Clarity Studio Objects (portlets, NSQL, GEL Scripts)
• Understanding of SQL and XML.
• Strong communication and Stakeholder management skills.
  
  

Technical Skills

Skills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities)

• GEL Scripts
• NSQL
• XML
• SQL
  

Behavioral Skills

• Analytical Thinking: A methodical approach to solving complex problems and managing data integrity.
• Strong Communication: The ability to bridge the gap between IT and business stakeholders through clear, concise dialogue.
• Client-Centric Approach: A focus on delivering value and providing strategic guidance rather than just technical execution.
• Diplomacy & Negotiation: Skill in managing conflicting requirements and navigating organizational politics.
• Adaptability: Resilience in the face of changing requirements and evolving technology landscapes.
• Detail Orientation: A commitment to accuracy in configuration, testing, and reporting.
• Leadership & Influence: The ability to drive change and encourage high levels of user adoption across the organization.
  

Education Level: Graduate or Post Graduate

Location: Bangalore

About BNP Paribas Group

BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union's leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.