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Project Manager/Business Analyst (Contractor) – Job Description
Position: Project Manager/Business Analyst (Contractor)
Reports to: Head of Investment Technology and Data Management
About the Opportunity: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Technology team as a Hybrid Project Manager / Business Analyst. This unique role combines the critical skills of project management with the analytical expertise of a business analyst. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, technology integration, business analysis, data management, and streamlining/automation of repetitive processes, particularly within the investment management industry. This role requires a proactive leader with excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management:
· Lead and manage projects and parts of larger projects from initiation to completion, ensuring objectives are met within scope, time, and budget.
· Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, risk management strategies, and resource allocation.
· Coordinate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
· Monitor project progress, proactively addressing any issues or roadblocks.
· Uphold project management best practices and company standards, ensuring comprehensive documentation.
· Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
· Oversee vendor integration projects, including data mapping, business use case definition, and business function mapping.
· Manage the full lifecycle of vendor integration, from initial business requirements and vendor selection to implementation and business model integration.
Business Analysis:
· Perform in-depth analysis of business processes, systems, and user needs to identify improvement opportunities.
· Elicit, document, and manage business requirements through interviews, workshops, and data analysis.
· Develop functional specifications, process diagrams, and use cases for communication with technical teams.
· Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
· Evaluate and recommend solutions that align with business goals and objectives.
· Contribute to data governance practices to define and improve data lineage, processes, accuracy, and cataloging.
· Utilize data analysis and automation tools such as Power BI, SQL, VBA and Excel to support business teams in creating data-driven solutions.
Education/Experience/Skills (REQUIRED)
Education: BA/BS required, MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
Work Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or a related field. An advanced degree or certification (e.g., MBA, PMP) is preferred.
· 5-7 years of experience in the investment management industry.
· Proven track record in project management and business analysis, with successful project delivery.
· Advanced understanding of investment systems and full-cycle vendor product management.
· Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex business processes into actionable requirements.
· Prior experience in the fixed income asset class.
Advanced level knowledge of Power BI, SQL and Office 365 and working knowledge of VBA and other automation tools.