Implementation Program Manager - Investment Management Technology (Required)

Cutter Associates; California; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Profit sharing

Fully remote

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Cutter Associates is seeking an experienced Implementation Program Manager to drive large-scale investment management technology implementations for institutional clients. You will oversee project planning, governance, vendor management, and cross-functional delivery, collaborating with senior executives and steering committees in a remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in investment management technology and a proven ability to lead enterprise modernization

Qualifications

• 15+ years in investment management technology, consulting, or transformation.
• Proven experience leading complex investment management system implementations for asset managers, asset owners, or institutional investment organizations.
• Strong understanding of front-, middle-, and back-office investment management workflows and technology platforms.
• Demonstrated experience managing third-party vendors, implementation partners, and cross-functional delivery teams.
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to steering committees and boards.
• Strong program governance, project planning, risk management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and provide strategic guidance while remaining actively involved in delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale investment management technology implementations, overseeing project planning, execution, governance, and delivery.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, including executive leadership and steering committees.
• Manage third-party technology vendors, ensuring accountability for deliverables, timelines, and commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including client stakeholders, vendors, and Cutter consulting resources.
• Develop and maintain project plans, status reports, risk assessments, and executive-level presentations.
• Facilitate critical project decisions, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support multiple client engagements and collaborate across Cutter's consulting practices as business needs evolve.

Skills

Investment management

Project management

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Risk management

Delivery governance

Tools

Charles River

Eagle

Clearwater

Aladdin

SimCorp

Job description

Implementation Program Manager - Investment Management Technology (Required)

Implementation Program Manager - Investment Management Technology (Required)

Location: Remote - US

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Travel: As needed, approximately once per month to client locations in California

About Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we empower the world’s leading asset managers and asset owners with the intelligence they need to stay ahead. For nearly 30 years, and with a global presence, we’ve combined expert consulting with proprietary research and industry benchmarking to help top-tier investment firms make smarter, faster decisions. Our global team is known for its deep domain expertise, collaborative spirit, and relentless curiosity. As we expand into new markets and capabilities, now is the perfect time to grow your career with a company that values insight, innovation, and impact.

As we expand our reach and deepen our impact, we're seeking an experienced Project / Program Manager to lead complex investment management technology implementations for institutional asset management clients. This is a full-time, permanent position supporting multiple consulting engagements across our practices.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of investment management systems and business processes, a strong track record of leading enterprise technology implementations, and the ability to engage confidently with senior executives. This individual will oversee project delivery, manage vendor relationships, and guide clients through critical decisions to ensure successful outcomes.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead large-scale investment management technology implementations, overseeing project planning, execution, governance, and delivery.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, including executive leadership and steering committees.
• Manage third-party technology vendors, ensuring accountability for deliverables, timelines, and commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including client stakeholders, vendors, and Cutter consulting resources.
• Develop and maintain project plans, status reports, risk assessments, and executive-level presentations.
• Facilitate critical project decisions, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support multiple client engagements and collaborate across Cutter's consulting practices as business needs evolve.

Qualifications:

Required

• 15+ years of experience in investment management technology, consulting, or transformation, including significant project/program management experience.
• Proven experience leading complex investment management system implementations for asset managers, asset owners, or institutional investment organizations.
• Strong understanding of front-, middle-, and back-office investment management workflows and technology platforms.
• Demonstrated experience managing third-party vendors, implementation partners, and cross-functional delivery teams.
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to steering committees and boards.
• Strong program governance, project planning, risk management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and provide strategic guidance while remaining actively involved in delivery.

Preferred

• Experience implementing or overseeing platforms such as Charles River, Eagle, Clearwater, Aladdin, SimCorp, or comparable investment management systems.
• Prior consulting experience supporting institutional investment management clients.
• Experience managing enterprise-wide technology modernization or platform transformation initiatives.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Why Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we believe people do their best work when they’re trusted, supported, and empowered to thrive - wherever they are.

• Established credibility, entrepreneurial spirit – Founded in 1998 and backed by Nomura Research Institute (NRI), we blend the stability of a global research and technology powerhouse with the agility of a small, fast-moving firm.
• Global reach - We partner with leading investment firms across North America, EMEA, and APAC, giving you meaningful exposure and exciting challenges.
• Fully remote, fully connected - We’re a remote-first company with a flexible work model and a deeply collaborative culture.
• Growth-focused - From client exposure and internal knowledge groups to tailored learning paths, we invest in your development from day one.
• Performance-driven, people-first - We offer competitive pay, bonuses, profit sharing, and benefits that support your whole self.
• A culture that values people - We take pride in our thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive environment. We’re a team of individuals who care deeply - about our work, our clients, and each other.

Whether you’re launching your consulting career or bringing decades of experience, Cutter is a place where you can thrive.

Benefits at a Glance:

Our benefits vary slightly by location but are designed to support your health, financial wellness, and life outside of work. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and profit-sharing opportunity
• 401(k) match (U.S.) or Superannuation contributions (Australia)
• A generous paid time off package that includes vacation days, sick leave, company holidays, and time off for volunteering
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S.), or regionally competitive coverage (U.K. and Australia)
• Long-term disability and life insurance fully paid by the company (U.S.)
• Flexible work model - fully remote with optional access to co-working spaces or offices
• Global collaboration and travel opportunities across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

Compensation: The anticipated base compensation range for this role is $170,000-$200,000 USD plus bonus, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, market conditions, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined based on individual background and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.