Project Manager Data Digital and Transformation

Project manager to lead the multiple projects to meet our Transformation deliverables in collaboration with Data Digital and Core Custody Product and Technology. This role will support the Custody business within the Custody Operations team. The individual will be responsible for contributing to the Operations data model to support Risk Reduction commitments across the Custody Operations portfolio. They will lead the deliverables working closely with technology and other Project leads to deliver data required for metrics and key initiatives for Custody Operations. The main projects will include data definition, data sourcing and business logic to support reporting plus system implementation and changes. Additional projects may involve: process optimization, Digital First, and regulatory mandates.

Job Background/context:

Securities Services Operations comprises of multiple operations groups supporting our Custody (Global and Direct), Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency, Securities Lending and Issuer Services businesses.

The individual will have a strong operational focus and will provide an integrated value-added service to our clients.

The role will require the successful candidate to form effective working relationships with all stakeholders – Technology, Product, Market Management, Processing teams, Coverage teams, etc. ensuring that all key project deliverables are met. The successful candidate will be required to have a strong and detailed understanding of data flows, end-to-end operations and act as the client advocate.

They will be required to interface with internal stakeholders at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management for Operations delivery of key data required for the programs as part of the Risk Reduction projects for Custody, supporting and contributing to a new data model, taking responsibility for making sure projects are delivered successfully
• Agile creation or contribution to a delivery team to implement and roll out of platforms working closely with Product,  Technology and Operations SMEs
• Responsible for project governance, organization, delivery, planning and control, and risk and issue management for Operations
• Proactive identification and management of project risks, ensuring that the all stakeholders have an appropriate appreciation of the key risks and that the required steps to mitigate these risks are complete
• Issue tracking and management ensuring that the appropriate stakeholders are in agreement with the resolution steps
• People leadership and stakeholder management with a range of senior leaders
• Responsible for staff development and career progression
• Foster a culture of high performance and risk/control management.

Development Value:

• Key role with high visibility and exposure to people at all levels, including interaction in various business areas
• Opportunity to develop a network and build relationships across the organization
• Involvement in Global strategic initiatives
• To further develop project and program management capabilities
• To develop strategic planning and improved decision making skills

Knowledge/Experience:

• In depth knowledge of the Custody business
• Data program knowledge to support operations – governance, quality, lineage
• Proven Project and Program Delivery Experience
• Management experience
• Successful history of delivering change using a range of delivery approaches; on time, to budget and to auditable standards
• Demonstrated success dealing with senior and executive management

Skills:

• Custody Business Knowledge.
• Project Management experience
• Data literacy
• Analytical skills
• Leadership skills
• Good attention to detail, excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to operate and deliver to deadlines.
• Budget planning and financial management
• Decision making skills

Qualifications:

• Primary Degree or Equivalent.
• Project Professional qualification (PMI, PRINCE) preferable.
• Extensive years of increasing responsible positions in Project Management.
• Asset Servicing / Custody Product knowledge

Competencies:

• Innovative
• Excellent People Management, Team and Leadership Skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Self Motivated
• Ability to establish credibility with senior managers
• Excellent communication, interaction and influencing skills
• Strong presentation and facilita