Investment Platform Project Manager

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POSITION INFO:

About the team:

This individual will form part of a team that is responsible for delivering end-to-end support and improvement initiatives across the investment platform. The key focus areas include project management, business process improvement, problem-solving, and SME (Subject Matter Expert) engagement to enhance platform efficiency and client outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Define the project's scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and goals. Clarify key milestones, performance criteria, and timelines to facilitate effective planning and execution
• Assign tasks, manage resources, and ensure the project is carried out according to the plan
• Monitor project progress and performance using key metrics
• Track progress, identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and adjust as needed
• Measure and track the impact of business transformation initiatives
• Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks to ensure the project's successful completion
• Lead change management efforts to facilitate smooth transitions and adoption of new processes and systems
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders
• Maintain open and transparent communication with stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management
• Develop detailed project plans, including schedules and resource allocation
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Identify and eliminate waste, reduce variation, and enhance processes
• Lead and support the implementation of process changes, ensuring buy-in from stakeholders and managing any challenges that arise
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to achieve business objectives
• Understand and utilise technology to automate processes, streamline workflows, and improve operational efficiency

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, computer engineering or any related qualification
• 5 – 10 years relevant project management experience, with specific industry experience. Direct asset management experience would be preferred
• PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2, or other relevant certification
• Strong interest in data science, process analysis, and client servicing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with external clients
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate within teams
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or Master Black Belt) – advantage
• A keen interest in AI aligns well with our job requirements, as it demonstrates a proactive engagement with cutting-edge technology and its applications
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; exposure to data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R) will be an advantage – advantage

Attributes we look for in a person are:

• The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships
• The ability to ‘approach and own’ and continuously looks for opportunities to develop
• A strong belief in doing the right thing
• Driven by results
• Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information