Project Manager

Barings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager in London. You will manage complex projects, utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of project management experience and a background in asset or investment management. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in project management tools like JIRA. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years project management experience.
• Prior experience with an asset/investment management firm.
• Versed in various project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams on strategic initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget.
• Create and maintain project plans and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Education

Three/Four-year college/university degree in accounting, finance or related business field

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Job Description

Title: Project Manager

Department: Enterprise Delivery

Location: London

Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Job Summary

The Enterprise Delivery (ED) team at Barings is seeking an experienced project manager to manage projects for the benefit of Barings Investment Teams. This position will be in Charlotte, NC or London. Barings utilizes both Agile Scrum and traditional waterfall methodologies depending on the nature of the initiative. As a project manager within ED, this individual will be responsible for leading various activities along the strategic project life cycle including: scoping, planning/ design, execution, testing, delivery and closing. Often times, the execution phases utilize an Agile/ phased approach. This individual will liaise with all levels of associates and management including senior management in addition to third party vendors and consultants as applicable.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams on strategic and complex initiatives of all sizes
• Responsible for quality project execution and deliverables in accordance with the Barings project methodology
• Utilize Agile Scrum and/or Waterfall project management methodologies to execute projects
• Demonstrate strong communication, problem solving, and relationship skills to achieve positive business outcomes
• Understand project costs & benefits and may manage individual project budgets
• Anticipate risks and manages issue resolution and escalation effectively
• Create & maintain project plans, schedules, and logs (issues, risks, business decisions, change requests)
• Document meeting minutes and follow-ups
• Partner with investment teams and technology to define project scope
• Assists the project team in developing any required workflows and associated documentation around new processes developed in the project
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Qualifications / Requirements

• Three/Four-year college/university degree in accounting, finance or related business field
• 4+ years project management experience
• Prior experience with an asset/ investment management firm
• Versed in different project management methodologies
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities
• Attention to detail
• Experience with Microsoft products and industry standard project deliver tools

Other desired qualifications

• CFA, CAIA, CPA, PMP or other financial services designation
• Previous experience within a project management or consulting organisation
• Experience with JIRA and / or Microsoft AzDo Boards

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Requisite Skills

Asset Management, Project Management

Additional Skills

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.