Director, Project Management PA-PMO-Q2-2026-R001
About The Position
This role provides structured leadership to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects that produce defined products, processes, or services on time, within scope, and within resource and budget constraints. The position manages or coordinates projects with clear deliverables, timelines, and assigned resources, serving as a mechanism to address work that cannot be fulfilled through standard operational processes. The role translates strategy, business objectives, customer requests, and performance or operational improvements into executable project plans. As a leader with broad operational or functional responsibility, this position collaborates with senior leaders and executives to shape and execute strategic plans and objectives. The role applies strong project management knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet or exceed stakeholder expectations, resolve complex and critical issues, and drive meaningful business outcomes. The individual demonstrates deep organizational knowledge, specialized expertise, and influence while contributing to the development and oversight of large-scale programs and projects with significant impact on operational and functional success.
Requirements
- A minimum of a Master's degree or, a Bachelor's or a high school diploma with 6-10 years of related experience in Financial Service industry as program manager.
- Experience in the financial services sector, particularly in mutual funds and alternative investments, with a strong focus on account management operations and program management.
- A proven track record of leading high-performing teams to meet or exceed project execution and delivery goals.
- Extensive experience managing all aspects of the asset management lifecycle.
- In-depth knowledge of various operational functions and principles within the mutual funds industry, including finance, customer service, production, and employee management.
- Agile leadership skills complemented by robust strategic planning experience.
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership abilities, as demonstrated by past professional achievements.
- Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics.
- Capable of managing multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of highly skilled program managers to execute against our corporate goals.
- Manage enterprise programs for strategic clients, ensuring timely and budget-friendly outcomes through collaboration with relevant teams.
- Engage with executives and management both internally and with clients to discuss program initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify optimal solutions for both SS&C and the client.
- Employ tools and processes to ensure proper visibility and escalation of projects.
- Participate in initiatives to enhance processes, reduce costs, train staff, and improve client experience.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- a 401(k) plan with company match
- paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
- professional development reimbursement opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
