SCD - Program Manager

Skillfinder International; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Program Manager to spearhead a strategic transformation programme for a Tier 1 asset management client in London. The role involves managing complex projects across front-to-back office systems and optimizing processes. Candidates should have proven experience in asset management and be adept at stakeholder management, particularly at the C-Level. This long-term position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive contract rate.

Benefits

Work with a Tier 1 asset manager

Competitive contract day rate

Long-term engagement with visibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Program Manager in asset management or investment operations.
• Strong understanding of front, middle, and back-office workflows.
• Experience leading complex technology programmes with third-party vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a large-scale programme involving front-to-back office system implementation.
• Manage complex, multi-stream work within a global financial institution.
• Lead transformation initiatives for an asset management client.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Understanding of Asset Management

Tools

SimCorp Dimension

Job description

Program Manager - Asset Management Projects - London

We’re looking for a highly experienced Program Manager to lead a strategic transformation programme for a Tier 1 asset management client in London. This is a long-term opportunity to deliver complex, multi-stream work within a global financial institution.

Start Date: Mid-January
Contract Length: Initial 2+ years
Location: London (hybrid working arrangements)
Industry: Financial Services / Asset Management

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will oversee a large-scale programme involving front-to-back office system implementation and process optimisation. Previous experience managing projects involving portfolio management or investment accounting platforms is essential. Familiarity with SimCorp Dimension (SCD) is highly desirable.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Program Manager in asset management or investment operations

• Strong understanding of front, middle, and back-office workflows

• Experience leading complex technology programmes with third-party vendors

• Exposure to SimCorp or similar platforms is an advantage

• Excellent stakeholder management, especially at C-Level

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Why Apply?

• Work with a Tier 1 asset manager on a multi-year strategic programme

• Lead a business-critical transformation in a high-impact role

• Competitive contract day rate

• Long-term engagement with visibility and influence