Senior Project Manager/Business Analyst - PGIM Private Capital (Newark, NJ/ Tamps, FL - Hybrid)

Job Classification:

Technology - Agile, Delivery, & Product

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!  

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.  

At PGIM, You Can!

What you can expect:

The PGIM Private Capital Information Technology & Services team supports PGIM Private Capital with both vendor and internally designed applications, processes and reporting. 

We are looking for an astute, determined professional like you to fulfill a hybrid role of a Business Analyst and Project Manager (PM/BA) on this team. You will showcase your success through collaboration, ownership and innovation. This position supports the annual delivery of projects on the IT&S roadmap providing both business analysis and project management functions as needed.  The candidate will support all phases of the project and software development lifecycles following the existing process framework. The candidate will also provide suggestions and feedback to ensure this dynamic framework remains current.  The incumbent will consult with the business unit and / or related supporting functions to complete in depth business analysis leading to the development of an application or function that will solve and automate complex business processes.  The incumbent will also work with the IT&S team and business clients to maintain the overall project quality within the planned scope, schedule and cost.  This position may need to research and evaluate alternative solutions and recommend the most efficient and cost-effective solution for a business need.

This rewarding opportunity will enable you to have an impact in our organization, so if this sounds exciting, then PGIM Private Capital might be the place for you.

What you will do:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with business clients investment teams, the centralized credit & capital market teams and the operations and finance teams who support them.
• Partner with various resources as needed such as corporate partners and outside vendors.
• Serve as a liaison between the business partners and the IT development group to ensure business requirements fit within Prudential technology standards.   
• Analyze, define and document business requirements to enable development of a product that meets or exceeds the original business need.
• Understand and follow the complete Software Development Life Cycle methodology.   
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Gain familiarity with all aspects of PGIM’s business model in order to effectively develop or integrate new system applications and/or improve existing business processes.
• Develop project plans and timelines and actively work with all involved parties to maintain project schedules.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.  Travel may occasionally be required.

What you will bring:

• Minimum 3 years of IT experience with a focus on business analysis and project management. 
• Experience in the financial services industry.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills required.  Ability to deal with large data sets.
• Strong knowledge of Power platform (power apps, automation, power bi) a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to effectively partner and build relationships with business and systems partners.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis. 
• Strong team player.
• Comfortable voicing opinions and making recommendations for process improvements.
• Knowledge of databases and SQL.
• Ability to read API messaging.
• Ability to quickly understand flows between platforms easily.
• Strong listening skills with the ability to question and drive down to details when necessary.