AVP, Project Management

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Role Overview:

We are currently looking to hire an AVP, Project Management. This team member will be a part of the Finance department’s Integration Office and will be responsible for supporting the leadership and management of large, complex and multifaceted M&A and large deal integration activities as part of the firm’s growth strategy. This role requires regular interaction with Integration Office and other cross functional team members, as well as various senior leaders across the firm. Having the experience, presence and poise to command the respect and trust of senior management and other highly driven and independent professionals is crucial. This position requires strong execution, organizational and communication skills, the ability to operate in a highly dynamic multi-tasking environment, and demonstrated capability to define, develop, and execute plans in support of M&A and large deal activities. Having a strong work ethic, being an effective communicator, and possessing advanced project management skills will be imperative to the success of any individual in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Generally, works without consulting their manager
• Independent decisions are made daily
• Examples of typical decisions without manager consultation:
• Work on issues of complex and diverse scope where analysis of situation or data is required o Evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current/future business trends
• Demonstrate strong organizational, problem solving, and decision making and communication skills
• Partner and manage across cross-functional teams to drive execution of large, complex, multifaceted initiatives
• Thrive in a fast paced team atmosphere with the confidence to adjust and adapt as priorities change
• Quickly identify and solve emerging problems; knows when to escalate issues to move concerns forward and, when faced with ambiguity, step into the void to find solutions
• Keep management informed of key issues and changes which may impact expected business results
• Ensure that the project goals/milestones are met and budgets are in accordance with financial goals
• Leverage data to establish and track success criteria and metrics for assigned programs
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of firm wide best practices and execution protocols
• Provide coaching and mentoring to junior team members

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

 Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years direct/equivalent experience with M&A activity or experience within the wealth management space
• 5-10 years of true project management experience
• Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in project management, business administration, mathematics or related discipline.

Core Competencies:

• Strong communication skills are necessary - including presentation, written, and interpersonal skills needed to influence customers, (internal and external) and other managers.
• Proven ability to manage concurrent complex projects and prioritize delivery.
• Ability to effectively manage time and project costs through activity duration, sequencing, estimating, schedule development and control, resource planning and cost estimating and budgeting and control using program management practices.
• Ability to effectively manage communications during complex project environment through planning, information distribution and performance reporting using formal program management practices.
• Ability to effectively manage program risk through risk identification, quantification and control using formal program management practices.
• Ability to deploy change management approaches, best practices and tools that will support the transformation introduced with complex programs.
• Excellent databased decision making and quantitative analysis experience, along with product or project ma