Trading Systems Project Manager

abra•Wheaton, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

abra is recruiting a Trading Systems Project Manager to join a challenging project in the financial markets domain. The role combines project management, systems ownership, professional leadership, and ongoing support of business-critical trading systems. You will work closely with business users, technology teams, development teams, and global external vendors.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Information Systems, including proven experience leading projects and supporting information systems.
Proven experience with FX Trading Systems / Foreign Exchange Trading Room Systems.
Proven experience in project management, including implementation, upgrades, and maintenance of information systems.
Experience writing scripts on servers.
Strong systems thinking and broad analytical capabilities – mandatory.
Proven experience working directly with business users / end users – mandatory.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work effectively with internal and external teams.
Experience working with global vendors and communicating in English – required.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of experience with C# – an advantage.
Experience in systems analysis – an advantage.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage projects related to trading systems, including implementation, upgrades, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Take professional and operational responsibility for trading systems in production.
Work closely with business users, technology teams, service teams, and external global vendors.
Lead and coordinate development and maintenance activities, including task breakdown, allocation, monitoring, and delivery.
Provide professional guidance and support to development and systems teams.
Manage and resolve production incidents and critical issues during trading hours.
Monitor project progress, identify risks and escalate issues when required.
Ensure quality, timelines, procedures, and operational standards are maintained.
Lead technological initiatives and promote new technologies, tools, and process improvements.
Optimize work processes throughout the systems' lifecycle.
Work effectively in a dynamic, high-pressure environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
Communicate regularly with global vendors and external partners in English.