Calypso Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique investment firm is looking for a Calypso Project Manager for a 6-month on-site contract in London. This role focuses on managing a complex implementation of Calypso, requiring strong project management skills and experience in investment banking. The ideal candidate will engage with various teams and stakeholders to ensure the project's success.

Qualifications

• Experience in investment banking is a must.
• Hands-on experience with Calypso or similar platforms is ideal.
• Ability to work with front office and remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery and ensure project meets business objectives.
• Work closely with stakeholders across front office, finance, and technology.
• Bring structure to a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Systems Understanding

Stakeholder Management

Daily P&L Reporting

Adaptability

Tools

Calypso

Job description

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Robert Half is recruiting for a Calypso Project Manager to join a boutique investment firm on a 6-month contract.

This role is outside IR35

Role: Calypso Project Manager

Length: 6 Months

Location: On-site (London) to start

Overview

Our client, a boutique investment firm, is undertaking a complex front-to-back implementation of Calypso. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong understanding of financial systems, stakeholder management, and front-to-back delivery processes.

The role requires someone who can bring structure to a fast-paced environment, working closely with the front office, finance, and technology teams to manage delivery and ensure that the project meets business objectives.

Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Strong Project Management experience in investment banking (not retail).
• Ideally hands-on experience with Calypso or similar banking platforms.
• Good understanding of daily P&L reporting processes and financial data flows (e.g., daily ledger dumps).
• Dabble in various product areas
• Ability to engage with front office, sales, and geographically dispersed teams (e.g., Italian stakeholders).
• Confidence, resilience, and maturity to deal with different stakeholders.