Alpha Data Services Client Product Delivery Manager
Responsibilities:To provide or support high quality project delivery services in line with the strategic objectives of the overall Alpha Programme & Product Roadmap
Product Integration: Works with Alpha Data Services Professional Services and Product Teams to understand Product roadmap outlining dependencies and ensures date alignment
Governance and Reporting: Creates, implements and operates within the appropriate Alpha Data Services framework which aligns to the wider Alpha Programme framework and Alpha Data Services Product Team
Participate in strategic planning, project sequencing, decision making, reporting and issue resolution.
Planning and Finance: Defines detailed project delivery plan; drives progress against the project plan; understands challenges and proactively manages the cost position; and acts to mitigate potential cost, time delays and potential scope creep
Resource Management: Identifies and secures appropriate resources, to work on the project; defines clear roles and responsibilities for all team members including specific responsibility for production of all deliverables. Establish and manage resource plans/forecasting, based off project scope and resource demands aligned to milestones.
Stakeholder Management: Leads the management/delivery of change through establishing effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally
To develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with business colleagues and clients in support of project delivery
To identify and mitigate project risks with an objective of zero defects once business transferred to Production environment; in additional to manage and mitigate issues when they arise.
Risk: Continuously evaluates programmes/projects for financial and people risk and regulatory compliance
Required Skills and Competencies:Significant demonstrable Project Management experience with particular evidence of successful delivery of complex projects, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple workstreams
Expert in Project & Programme Methodology - ideal candidate will have experience within Jira, Clarity, Waterfall and Agile Methodology
A professional project management qualification or equivalent experience - ideally Prince II or PMP certified
Understanding of Investment Management, Asset Management, Front to Back processing
Experience in Data Warehousing and Enterprise Data Solution implementations within the financial services industry - Required
Experience in interacting with Technical teams to determine senior level reporting
Experience / understanding of Front office applications e.g. Charles River
Experience / understanding of Middle office processes and data requirements
Experience / understanding of Financial Accounting processes and data requirements
Understanding of Testing processes and documentation
Proven strong communicator - both verbal and written
Good presentation skills and can tailor output for the audience, environment and setting
Strong problem solving skills and able to perform under pressure
Proven ability to operate and influence stakeholders at all levels - Required
Excellent organisation skills with credibility with Senior Stakeholders and Clients - Required
Excellent Communication skills to brief senior audience both internally and externally
Self- starter who can operate on own initiative
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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