Technical Project Manager

Eleven Recruiting•New York, NY

1h•Onsite

About The Position

Eleven Recruiting is a specialized technology staffing agency that supports professional and financial services companies. They pride themselves on listening to candidates, acting as advisors for career advancement, and advocating for best pay, diversity in tech, and job-fit. Their client, a global investment firm, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join their team in New York, NY.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Technology Management, or a related field (MBA preferred).
5+ years of proven experience as a Project Manager within the financial services industry, particularly in the middle office.
Strong understanding of credit products and middle office operations.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex technology projects with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
Experience with financial software and systems used in middle office operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee, lead and manage technology projects within the middle office, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Develop and/or review detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to meet objectives.
Lead and manage cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to scope and budget.
Ensure adherence to the Project Management framework.
Train and educate the team as needed.
Coordinate with various stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
Assist project team in identifying risks, issues and path to green scenarios.
Lead project review processes, including ROIs and After-Action Review.
Work closely with business units, technology teams, and external vendors to gather requirements and define project goals.
Facilitate communication and coordination among stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
Create decks communicating programs or project progress, including risk, issues and etc.
Apply in-depth knowledge of credit products to guide project decisions and implementation.
Ensure that technology solutions meet the needs of middle office functions, including trade processing, risk management, and reporting.
Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to credit products and middle office operations.
Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Track and resolve project issues promptly to avoid delays and ensure project success.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including risk logs and issue trackers.
Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success.
Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
Provide direction to project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
Guide and support team members in communicating status.
Ensure effective utilization of resources and manage project budgets.