Project Manager

Company Description

IQ-EQ is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. We support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.

Job Description

This is not your typical Project manager role. Working as Project Manager for IQ-EQ will require you to have a womb to tomb mastery of project management methodologies to be applied to ongoing initiatives in IQ-EQ to ensure predictable and successful delivery. You won’t just be taking down the minutes of the meeting because you will need to have the vision and a thirst for change, transformation and continuous improvement.

Project Management is not an easy job, therefore we need someone who is expressive and vocal in identifying and mitigating risks, directing the project and all stakeholders involved to successful delivery while maintaining a good working relationship with all participants.

A proactive team player who initiates improvements at the same time adheres to the team’s standard methodology and governance processes.

Responsibilities (how we will measure success)

Contribute to strategic growth and operational development of the Firm by managing a suite of projects ongoing throughout the IQ-EQ Group Adhere to the team’s standard methodology and governance processes including use of approved templates and checklistsResponsible for all aspects of Project Management, including but not limited to; Initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring and controlling including change control and project closure – ensuring predictable and successful deliveryOrganizing and motivating project teams, directing the project and all stakeholders involved to successful deliveryEffective and Transparent communications ensuring the flow of information to all stakeholders involvedongoing contribution towards continuous development and improvement of Change Delivery methodologies, templates and checklists

Tasks (what does the role do on a day-to-day basis)

Define the scope of assigned projects in conjunction with the Project SponsorDevise the overall approach to delivering individual projects, making use of the internal methodology tailoring matrixPreparation of project documentation in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts for example:Project Initiation RequestsProject Initiation documentationProduct and Work Package DescriptionsEnd Stage reports and Stage Gate Readiness Assessment documentsTest Strategy, Plans and scriptsClosure ReportsDetermine objectives and measures that each project will be evaluated against upon completion and track ongoing progress. Prepare related benefits assessmentsSelect, lead and motivate your project team both internally and externally, establishing a team culture within the assigned projectsMonitoring overall progress and use of resources, initiating corrective action where necessaryApplying change control processes to control changes to the products ensuring that changes are made only with the agreement of appropriate named authoritiesManaging project risks, including the development of contingency plansReporting through agreed lines on project progress through highlight reports and end-stage assessments, including option papers and recommendations Manage a range of stakeholders from junior to senior level across all locationsManage and monitor project budgets to ensure delivered within agreed budgetAdhere to internal project methodology and governanceTrack all time spent on projects in NetSuite ensuring that resource time is also captured and monitoredCommunication and engagement planningMaintaining an awareness of potential interdependencies with other projects and their impactLiaise with various departments to ensure Service Transition is successful, including the training team in relation to training needs arising from projects and related solutionsProduction of closure reports, evaluating successes and challenges to enhance learning for your next project – ensure capture of lesson on the team’s central lessons log.

Other

Support other departments as required within the confines of the Project Manager roleUndertake any additional reasonable duties as required the Firm

Qualifications

Must Have:

2+ years’ experience of end to end project management across a variety of different types of complex projectsExcellent organizational, prioritization, and interpersonal skillsComfortable communicating with diverse stakeholders including subject matter experts, peers, managers, customers, and suppliersCan do attitude, ability to cope with tight deadlines, and working under pressureAbility to take initiative and self-manageExcellent presentation skills, both written and oralA high degree of literacy in applications such as; MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS VisioStrong Excel and PowerPoint skillsUse of Project Management softwareAbility to take a creative approach to resolve a range of issuesProject Management qualificationFluent in the English Language

Nice to Have:

Experience in operating within a firm that shares some of the following features: Globally distributed teamsFinancial ServicesFast-paced and rapidly evolving environmentKnowledge of or experience working in a Private Equity / Investor services industryDegree level qualificationTechnology project implementation

Additional Information

At IQ-EQ we want you to reach your full potential. We offer an inclusive and diverse environment to support your career aspirations. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and a holistic approach to your professional and personal development. We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.