Implementation Manager
New York, NY, United States
Job Title : Implementation Manager
Location : New York City NY
Job Description:
Lead multiple simultaneous client engagements
Serve as the main point of contact for the clients throughout the implementation process
Interface directly with client stakeholders across the front, middle, and back office
Review project requirements and trade workflow to ensure the appropriate client-oriented solution
Ensure setup of various system components (such as Funds, Brokers, GL Accounts, etc.) based on unique client requirements
Work with both clients and internal employees to support onboarding activities related to data migration, interface configuration and testing, P&L and accounting troubleshooting, custom reporting requirements, etc.
Regularly liaise with stakeholders to review project progress, milestone and task-level status
Track updates and compile status reports on engagement for internal and external reporting
Identify opportunities for implementation process improvement
Work with asset management firms of all sizes and styles, across various asset classes, expanding on your strong pre-existing financial product and operational/analytics knowledge.
Qualification Minimum 5 years of experience in the finance or asset management industry
Experience building or supporting financial systems, such as trading, portfolio
management, etc.
Bachelors' degree or higher in an applicable field of study
Strong client-facing communication and analytical skills
Product knowledge across various asset classes
Subject matter expertise across multiple areas of Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office, Risk, Compliance, and/or Accounting
Solid business analysis and project management skills and experience in a technical environment or team
Some SQL experience
Team player, providing support as needed to other areas of the business
Experience building commercial EMS, OMS, PMS and/or Accounting systems a plus
Experience working with offshore teams is a plus
Other programming experience a plus
Buy-side experience is a plus
Agile/Scrum experience is a plus
Jira experience is a plus