Responsibility to provide ‘Best in Class’ Implementation client experience
Full responsibility for the implementation of deals, from start to completion
Project management of virtual teams comprised of representatives from various organizational disciplines (e.g. Sales, Product, Operations, Technology)
Act as the face to the client, agreeing structure, requirements and operating models, meeting on a regular basis and providing updates and handling client concerns.
Partner with the sales and account management teams to provide support and consultancy during the sales process, including support for RFPs and performing at client pitches, where required.
To communicate clearly and effectively with Senior Sponsors and other key Stakeholders
Actively manage the project progress by use of project plans, issues logs and status reports
Identify and manage the escalation and resolution of issues and risks, sustaining project direction
Ensure new business transitions seamlessly into BAU with zero issues
Identify process improvements with subsequent ownership of improvement execution
Ensure product and regulatory knowledge is current.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
Proven and demonstrable track record in Project Management, including management of virtual teams and complex projects
Knowledge of Securities Services Products
Self-starter with the ability to work in a pressurized environment
Highly structured and methodical in execution
Clear, articulate and concise verbal and written communication
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads, strong time-management skills
Ability to understand and resolve or escalate issues quickly