Join our dynamic team as a Program/Project Manager and lead transformative projects that shape the future of our industry! This is a unique opportunity to leverage your strategic vision and leadership skills to drive impactful initiatives and foster innovation. At our company, you'll find unparalleled career growth and mobility, empowering you to reach new heights in your professional journey. Collaborate with a talented team in a supportive environment that values creativity and excellence. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that offers competitive benefits and a culture of continuous learning and development.
As a Program/Project Manager within Global Equities Operations Transformation, you will be a key driver in transforming strategic plans into tangible programs and projects, delivering impactful results across various operational teams. You will leverage your deep knowledge and expertise in operations project management, to navigate complex issues, make informed decisions, and ensure the successful execution of programs. Your role will involve significant cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and conflict management to align operations initiatives with business strategy. Your ability to think strategically, adapt to change, and deliver excellent customer service will be crucial in this role. While strong project and project management capabilities are important, success in this role also requires deep product and operational knowledge. You will bring hands-on experience within Global Equities operations, enabling them to understand underlying products, workflows, risks, and dependencies, and to translate strategic objectives into practical, executable solutions that drive meaningful operational change.
Job responsibilities
- Lead the transformation of strategic plans into high-impact programs and projects, utilizing your expertise in project management and strategic thinking to deliver results across various business units.
- Oversee the execution of programs, ensuring alignment with business strategy, effective risk mitigation, and timely delivery of commitments.
- Utilize data analytics to monitor program progress, make informed decisions, and direct necessary adjustments to ensure the successful delivery of program commitments.
- Build, lead, and manage diverse teams, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth, and effectively delegating tasks to ensure efficient and effective achievement of objectives.
- Engage with senior management and stakeholders, providing regular updates on program progress, and collaborating to resolve any arising issues.
- Drive process innovation by identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing best practices to optimize operational performance.
- Champion a culture of recognition, celebrating team achievements and individual contributions to motivate and retain top talent.
- Take ownership of high-visibility projects that directly impact the firm’s strategic direction and offer opportunities for professional advancement.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Proven ability to lead and manage complex programs or projects, delivering results across various business units, typically demonstrated through 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, with the ability to interpret models, make inferences from data, and provide continuous insight for program execution.
- Proven experience in conflict management, with the ability to identify conflicts, facilitate discussions, and create win-win solutions using collaboration or negotiation strategies.
- Advanced computer literacy, with the ability to effectively use technology to perform tasks, solve problems, and communicate in a professional setting.
- Proficiency in strategic thinking, with the ability to use data to understand issues and opportunities, evaluate potential scenarios, and collaborate on strategy and priority development.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and articulate complex concepts clearly.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to personal and professional development, with a track record of pursuing learning opportunities and certifications.
- Prior involvement in change management initiatives, driving successful adoption of new processes or technologies.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Experience in Prime Broker and/or Futures & Derivatives Clearing, ideally in Margins.
- Integrate artificial intelligence solutions to enhance project outcomes and drive data-driven decision-making.
- Implement automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
- Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies.
- Mentor team members to support their professional growth and enhance project management capabilities.
- Experience working in a global, matrixed organization, collaborating across regions and time zones.
- Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Six Sigma) is highly desirable.