Description
Project Manager
Our client, a large global bank, is currently looking for an IT Project Manager with a good understanding of Investment Banking Front Office Systems, Trading Systems or Pricing Systems, as well as solid knowledge of C#, Visual Basic, Java and SQL.
Job Responsibilities:
- Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity.
- Manage backup, security and user help system.
- Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.
- Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
- Provide users with technical support for computer problems.
- Recruit, hire, train and supervise staff, or participate in staffing decisions.
- Evaluate data processing proposals to assess project feasibility and requirements. Manage the budgets and resource allocations for projects.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
- Knowledge of computer software.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
- Knowledge of computer software, such as C#, Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.
- Experience of Scrum, and working with multiple Scrum teams
- Experience of working with teams in multiple geographic locations
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.
- PMI or PMP certification preferred.
- Certified Scrum Master preferred
- Prior Experience working in Investment Banking Front Office Systems, Trading Systems or Pricing Systems
- Knowledge of Equity/Commodity Derivatives an advantange
- 5-7 years experience required.
If you think that you are the ideal candidate for this position please send a copy of your CV as a Word Document and a daytime contact telephone number.
Please note that only candidates who are a close match will be contacted regarding this role.