Project Manager, Neuberger Wealth

Neuberger Berman•New York, NY

2d•$90,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Neuberger's Private Wealth business is seeking a driven, high-potential professional to serve as a Project Manager supporting strategic process transformation and operational efficiencies across the platform. This individual will serve as a key contributor and organizational partner, supporting the development of the future-state operating model of the Private Wealth business by evaluating processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and playing an active role in the execution of strategic initiatives from inception through delivery. The Project Manager will be responsible for contributing to and advancing several high-priority strategic programs directly tied to the growth, scalability, and organizational design of Neuberger's Private Wealth platform. Our ideal candidate is an intellectually curious, results-oriented professional who thrives in complex, ambiguous environments. They bring a growing track record of partnering with senior stakeholders, contributing to scalable solutions, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field required
5+ years of progressive experience in process improvement, operational excellence, strategic program management, or related disciplines, with demonstrated growth in scope and responsibility over time
Experience within the financial services industry; prior exposure to private wealth management preferred
Solid proficiency in process mapping methodologies, workflow analysis, and operational efficiency frameworks
Exposure to or experience supporting digital transformation and automation initiatives, with a curiosity for emerging technologies and platforms
Working knowledge of change management principles, with experience contributing to adoption efforts across teams or business units
Ability to operate with a degree of independence, manage competing priorities, and drive tasks forward with limited direction
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across a matrixed organization and engage with senior stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and delivery quality
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, concise narratives for a variety of audiences
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights and recommendations
Strategically minded with solid operational discipline and strong attention to detail
Highly organized, outcomes-driven, and deeply committed to team success
Applicants must be authorized and have the right to work in the country where the role is located without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) a plus

Responsibilities

Support the execution of core strategic priorities and initiatives across the Private Wealth business, contributing to seamless end-to-end delivery from current state to future state and helping ensure progress against organizational goals
Build and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders across business lines to support strategic alignment, cross-functional collaboration, and sustained organizational buy-in
Engage and collaborate closely with Control and Technology partners to ensure strategic initiatives are executed with the appropriate risk, compliance, and systems considerations — translating business requirements into actionable solutions and supporting alignment across all enabling functions
Assist in the design and deployment of change management frameworks that accelerate adoption, reduce friction, and embed new ways of working across impacted teams
Support the development and delivery of training programs and enablement resources that equip teams for successful, lasting implementation
Conduct comprehensive inventories and diagnostics of processes within the Private Wealth business, supporting the mapping of end-to-end workflows, governance structures, and role accountabilities to develop a clear view of the current operating model
Identify and prioritize the elimination of manual, duplicative, or inefficient process steps, applying analytical frameworks to evaluate enhancement opportunities - including automation, workflow redesign, and strategic consolidation - while assessing the downstream impact on scalability, risk, and client experience
Contribute to the design of innovative, scalable solutions that modernize operations while preserving regulatory compliance and service quality standards, supporting recommendations on organizational structure, governance, and role realignment to enable optimized, future-ready operating models
Participate in the design and development of forward-looking operating models that integrate process improvements, technology enablement, and organizational efficiencies - helping establish future-state workflows, KPIs, and measurable success criteria to guide execution and accountability
Collaborate with senior leadership to help align the future-state vision and operating model design with the broader strategic direction of the Private Wealth business
Support the establishment of governance and performance monitoring frameworks to measure the effectiveness, sustainability, and impact of implemented changes
Proactively identify emerging opportunities for further optimization and translate insights into actionable recommendations
Act as an internal advocate and developing subject matter resource for operational excellence and continuous improvement practices across the Private Wealth business
Build and maintain capacity models to evaluate resourcing needs, workforce planning scenarios, and organizational scalability to support business decision-making
Develop and present financial models that quantify business opportunities, operational efficiency gains, and investment trade-offs to inform strategic priorities
Collaborate with Finance and HR partners to integrate capacity and financial modeling insights into strategic planning and budgeting processes