About the position
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a strategic systems transformation project aimed at enabling a key capability within our Global Markets business. This project centers around delivering a market data platform solution supported by a well-defined Target Operating Model (TOM) spanning Procurement, Front Office, Trade Support & Enablement, and Technology.
Senior Project Manager - 7 Month Contract
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-End Project Management:
- Lead the project lifecycle from initiation to delivery, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
- Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders from Business, Technology, and Operations to ensure alignment on design, scope, and delivery milestones.
- Solution Delivery Oversight:Work with solution architects and business SMEs to agree on the future-state architecture and take ownership of the implementation plan and methodology.
- Target Operating Model Implementation:Drive execution of a clearly defined TOM, ensuring that roles, responsibilities, and governance structures are clearly articulated and adopted across functions.
- Project Governance:Set up and manage robust governance processes including steering committees, working groups, risk tracking, and status reporting.
- Resource & Budget Management:Define and secure required resourcing; track and manage project budget, escalating as necessary.
- Issue & Risk Management:Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies; drive timely resolution of blockers and decisions.
- Milestone Tracking & Roadmap Delivery:Ensure project milestones are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and according to quality expectations.
Minimum Requirements:
- 10+ years experience in Project or Program Management in Financial Services, preferably in Global Markets.
- Proven success in leading large-scale system transformation programs, ideally involving data platforms or market data solutions.
- Experience in delivering projects involving data model implementation and Target Operating Model execution.
- Strong understanding of the Global Markets trading environment, including front-to-back processes.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and influence C-level stakeholders.
- Excellent knowledge of project governance, risk management, and financial tracking.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches).
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Computer Science, Engineering); PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications are a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Deep domain expertise in Market Data Infrastructure and Trading Platforms.
- Experience with cross-functional transformation involving multiple business units and geographies.
- Familiarity with procurement processes and vendor management in capital markets.
- Experience managing offshore/onshore delivery models.
Desired Skills:
- Manager
- Project
- Senior
- Transformation
