Program Manager - Parametric

Morgan Stanley • Seattle, WA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm. Parametric, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, is a leader in custom solutions for over 30 years, helping investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios. This role is part of Parametric's hybrid working model, involving 3 days in the office per week. The Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO) drives the delivery of critical programs and projects aligned with corporate strategy, coordinating stakeholders and managing scope, timelines, blockers, and dependencies. The team emphasizes individual career growth and continuous improvement. The Program Manager will be a key member of the SPMO, supporting multiple business teams and partnering with technology teams to plan, coordinate, and deliver high-priority initiatives. This role involves managing large-scale projects, coordinating multiple projects, tracking progress, identifying risks and dependencies, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The position connects strategic goals with day-to-day execution, focusing on organization, communication, and follow-through. The role reports to the Director, Strategy Enablement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, Master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of Program Management experience required, with proven ability to manage multiple related and concurrent workstreams.
• Financial Investment Management experience is a strong plus.
• Proven ability as liaison between technical teams and business visionaries – not a “go between” but rather facilitator and someone who can capture the vision from both points of view into a cohesive roadmap and implementation plan.
• Proven ability to write well-formed, clear communications and documentation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, and/or CSM certification, progress toward, or desire to obtain is desired.
• Ability to affect change at Parametric.
• Demonstrated effectiveness.
• Highly organized and accountable; can lead and support others through complex programs/projects and strategic deliveries.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation activities for high profile, high visibility, concurrent work-streams.
• Lead program steering committee meetings to provide program updates and clear blockers.
• Develop and deliver program communications and roadmaps.
• Lead the team through translating business use cases into functional specifications and work with team leaders on work-breakdown.
• Drive issue resolution.
• Track OKRs and program success metrics.
• Bring together cross-functional business and technology teams to deliver connected, enterprise strategies, solutions, capabilities, and execution roadmaps.
• Participate in building and maintaining PMO standards, processes, and controls across the enterprise portfolio.

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Day Care Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability and Other Insurance Plans
• Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Short/Long Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level