Senior Project Manager

Franklin Templeton

2d•$150,000 - $170,000•Remote

About The Position

At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! EAST COAST/GEORGIA REMOTE – EST TIME ZONE ONLY Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the United States. About the Department The Franklin Templeton Technology Project Management Office enables the firm’s global strategy through enterprise technology delivery. The team partners closely with business and technology leaders across the organization, including Investment Management and Front Office Operations, to deliver high-impact initiatives supporting Exchange Traded Funds. Working globally, the PMO drives complex programs using Agile practices, strong governance, and clear accountability. Team members gain broad enterprise exposure, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and help shape how strategic value is delivered across Franklin Templeton.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
8–12 years of project or program management experience
Experience in investment management or front office operations
Background in large, multinational organizations
Agile certification (Certified Disciplined Agilist, Practitioner, or Scrum)
Hands-on Agile delivery experience
Effective communication and stakeholder influence skills

Nice To Haves

Financial services industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

You will lead large-scale, enterprise-wide projects with clear accountability.
You will plan and direct initiatives to achieve measurable business outcomes.
You will manage multiple projects across diverse teams and business units.
You will partner with stakeholders to deliver high-quality results.
You will mentor project managers and strengthen delivery capabilities.
You will oversee schedules, budgets, iterations, and end-to-end delivery.
You will drive continuous improvement through Agile delivery practices.

Benefits

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results.
Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus (delete as appropriate), a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards.
We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program.
We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $150,000 – 170,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center
Onsite cafeteria