Accelerated Career Development Program, Project Management Pathway, Senior Associate (PA)

Vanguard•Malvern, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accelerated Career Development Program, Project Management Pathway, Senior Associate (PA) role is designed for individuals seeking to develop a broad understanding of Vanguard's divisions, strategies, and initiatives through company-wide rotations. This program emphasizes accountability, personal and professional development, and building a strong network within the organization. Associates will utilize appropriate tools for data analysis and decision-making, gain proficiency in Vanguard's investment methodology and systems, and participate in projects from scope definition to solution implementation. The role also requires demonstrating leadership competencies, providing high-quality client service, and participating in special projects.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
The Sales pathway requires a regulatory license and/or registration (e.g. FINRA, state, SFC). These will be determined by Compliance based on role-specific duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services or client services preferred.

Responsibilities

Completes company-wide rotations, demonstrating an ability to assimilate into each area, understand the objectives of the assignments and specific departments, achieve rotation objectives, and take ownership and accountability for all projects and assignments.
Develops a broad understanding of the Vanguard Divisions, strategies, and initiatives.
Demonstrates accountability for issues by accepting ownership throughout the problem resolution process.
Takes ownership of personal and professional development through: participation in program initiated meetings and projects, attending all training sessions required by the program or rotational assignments and creating and maintaining a personal plan to track development and accomplishments throughout the year.
Navigates the organization by securing a comprehensive network of business contacts that can be leveraged to complete assigned tasks.
Utilizes appropriate tools to arrange, manipulate, and present data in a way that enables solid decision making for the business. Makes recommendations based on the data when appropriate.
Demonstrates proficiency and a thorough knowledge of Vanguard's investment methodology, policies, procedures, marketplace, and all relevant systems to complete projects as assigned.
Participates in projects. Works with various stakeholders to determine scope, gather requirements and data, recommend and implement solutions. Works with appropriate parties to plan, schedule, coordinate and manage business activities required to deliver project solutions.
Demonstrates leadership competencies and strengths in rotational and programmatic experiences.
Demonstrates high quality service to all client inquiries, including internal and/or external clients, by providing thorough and accurate information in a timely manner. Utilizes excellent CRM skills to establish effective and productive relationships in order to gain and maintain trust and respect. Effectively positions and cross-sells appropriate Vanguard products and services when applicable.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.