Equities Operations Transformation – Project Manager Associate

Are you looking for an opportunity to play a pivotal role in leading and managing strategic programs and initiatives from initiation to implementation for the Prime Financial Services business You have found the right team!

As a Project Manager within the Equities Operations Transformation you will focus on the delivery management and governance of change and transformation for the Futures & Derivatives Clearing product and offers the opportunity to lead across initiatives at both a regional and global scale driven by internal business decision making and external industry market and regulatory requirements. You will work on projects include but not limited to new market and product expansion strategic platform implementation and process re-engineering controls and efficiency agenda involving business process improvements across Operations Front Office & Technology Client Strategy and Delivery and Mandated Industry and Regulatory change.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex cross-functional projects for the Futures & Derivatives Clearing business
• Drive initiatives forward provide leadership direction and focus for business functions and project resources coordinating change implementation into BAU through project methodologies and effective issue escalation
• Conduct business analysis to identify assess and articulate near-term business needs advising stakeholders on options risks and costs of technology solutions versus benefits
• Maintain robust and auditable project governance processes to ensure accurate and timely project delivery in accordance with firm-wide Risk Control and other relevant guidelines
• Coordinate change implementation into BAU through standard project methodologies ensuring control framework requirements are met
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including senior executives managers and subject matter experts and produce project reporting for management
• Encourage creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies including artificial intelligence and automation to enhance project outcomes

Required Qualifications Capabilities and Skills

• Minimum 4 years experience in Markets and/or Financial industry with proven expertise in managing complex projects or programs
• Advanced analytical technical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analytics and tools such as Tableau and Alteryx
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with stakeholders at all levels; experience managing diverse teams and fostering inclusivity
• Independent proactive and able to quickly understand complex subject matter multi-task and work well under pressure with a controlled mindset
• Exposure to integrating AI solutions implementing automation and fostering a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving
• Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Business or a relevant discipline

Preferred Qualifications Capabilities and Skills

• Strong knowledge of Equities Futures & Options and Derivatives trading products