Lead Tech Delivery

Alpha FMC; United States; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k/RRSP matching

25 days annual paid time off

Sponsorship for professional certs

Job summary

Alpha FMC seeks an Implementation Specialist to lead end-to-end front-/middle-/back-office technology implementations for asset and wealth management clients. You will guide architectural decisions, manage scope, and deliver on time within a growing IMS practice.

The role requires extensive experience in portfolio management, trading, data warehousing, and related domains, with strong SQL/Python and cloud data platform skills. Hybrid work and global collaboration are supported.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in implementations, PM and/or production support in financial tech.
• Experience with core IMS platforms and data architecture.
• Ability to run workshops and steering committees at executive level.
• Strong SQL, Python and cloud data platform knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end front-/middle-/back-office implementations with full lifecycle tasks.
• Own project planning, SOWs, and task plans for successful delivery.
• Drive project governance, status updates, and budget tracking with clients.
• Coach junior peers on best practices and migration strategies.
• Oversee handover to client teams and ensure documentation quality.

Skills

Implementation leadership

Front-/middle-/back-office focus

SQL

Python

Cloud data platforms

Executive workshop facilitation

Project management

Tools

SimCorp One/Dimension

Bloomberg AIM

Databricks

Snowflake

AWS

Job description

Alpha Group is a global consultancy serving the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, Alpha brings together specialist expertise across strategy, management consulting, and technology to support clients throughout the transformation lifecycle. With more than 1,200 clients across asset and wealth management, alternatives, and insurance, Alpha is a trusted advisor for complex change programs. Today, Alpha has 1,180+ consultants supporting clients across North America, the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC. In 2024, Bridgepoint - one of the world’s leading listed private asset growth investors - acquired Alpha in recognition of its track record and growth prospects. Our people are central to our success, and many build long careers at Alpha - often staying for a decade or more. We offer a meritocratic environment where you can grow your career, alongside a welcoming culture where you can be yourself and thrive. We’re continuing to grow and are looking for collaborative, innovative, and ambitious colleagues to join Alpha and help shape our next chapter.

• Flexibility that supports real life – We trust you to manage your time in the way that works best. Our hybrid, flexible model helps you balance client delivery and personal commitments without slowing career progression.
• Inclusive parental leave & family support – We offer generous leave for all parents and a supportive return-to-work culture, including flexible schedules, ramp-up periods, and mentorship.
• Established yet entrepreneurial – We combine the stability of a global consultancy with the pace of a high-growth firm, giving you autonomy, visibility, and room to shape your career.
• Learning built in – You’ll receive tailored training, structured mentorship, and up to five paid training days each year, plus on-the-job experience that accelerates growth.
• Diverse culture and leadership – We’re proud of the diversity in our senior leadership across North America and globally, and we invest in leader development through coaching, communities, and close partner exposure.
• A supportive environment – We’re meritocratic: impact matters more than face time. We value results, high standards, and collaboration.

Alpha’s goal is to be the leading consultancy to the global asset and wealth management industry. We have grown by delivering top-tier consulting expertise. What sets us apart:

• Sector focused: We focus exclusively on asset and wealth management, providing depth of knowledge that competitors can’t match.
• Global: We operate seamlessly across regions, enabling us to support the largest global clients with consistently high-quality teams.

Role Responsibilities

Alpha FMC is seeking highly motivated Implementation Specialists to join our growing team. You will bring strong front-/middle-/back-office technology skills and a drive to build distinctive, world-class offerings for clients. In this role, you will provide a strategic perspective on investment technology selections and implementation decisions, lead and manage specialist teams to deliver change across the Investment Management Solutions technology landscape, advise on solutions and operating models, and partner with client stakeholders to deliver value on time and on budget. More responsibilities as follows:

• Lead end-to-end front-/middle-/back-office implementations, including: current-state assessment, requirements gathering, workflow design, configuration, data integration, test planning and execution, and training/procedure documentation
• Own project planning and project management, including a detailed statement of work and task plan to ensure a successful implementation
• Lead project governance, including regular status meetings, task and budget tracking, and proactive communication with clients and the Alpha delivery team
• Ensure deliverables and documentation align to requirements, specifications, and industry best practices
• Define, promote, and coach junior peers in implementation best practices (e.g., SDLC, migration strategy, and QA/testing standards)
• Drive internal accelerators and propositions within an IMS and front-/middle-/back-office framework
• Oversee and accountable for business & technical workflow handover to client teams upon completion of engagement

Role Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience with implementations, project management, and/or production support role with a focus on configuration of technology such as SimCorp One/Dimension, Blackrock Aladdin, Charles River IMS, Bloomberg AIM, FactSet, Finbourne, or Ridgeline – with preference toward SimCorp One/Dimension experience
• Deep understanding of the Asset and/or Wealth Management value chain - spanning multiple client segments, investment products, and operating models.
• Must be comfortable leading executive-level workshops, steering committees, and program forums.
• Proficiency in database management, including experience with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, & AWS
• Specialist experience and/or Project Management experience in at least three of the following Front-/Middle-/Back Office focus areas: Portfolio Management, Trading, Operations, Data Warehousing and Reporting, Alt. Investments, Performance & Attribution, Risk & Analytics, Compliance & Regulation, Transaction/Position/Cash Reconciliation, ABOR/IBOR
• Expert level understanding of investment products and asset classes, including Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Alternatives, etc. - with the proven ability to translate investment and business needs into operating and technology design requirements
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python, and other data engineering programming languages
• Proven architectural strategy & implementation experience with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, & AWS
• Deep understanding of enterprise data architecture, modelling, data governance, and data quality management
• Experience leading small to medium-sized teams in an implementation or consulting environment
• Openness to travel depending on client preference

Compensation and Perks

• Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity
• 401k/RRSP matching
• 25 days of annual paid time off
• Up to 7 days annually for sick leave
• Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous reimbursement for commuting, wellness, mobile phone, and home internet expenses
• North America team-wide training and retreats
• Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time.

The anticipated base salary for this role varies based on geographic location and is structured across three compensation zones. These zones reflect local market conditions and cost of labor. Geographic placement is determined by the employee’s primary work location. Please note that we are open to considering applicants in both the United States and Toronto, Canada.

Zone A | $156,800 – $239,400

Applies to candidates working in designated high-cost metropolitan areas, including: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Boston, MA; New York City, NY; and Washington, DC, as well as remote roles based in Massachusetts or the New York Tri-State Area.

Zone B | $142,400 – $216,600

Applies to candidates working in key metropolitan markets, including: Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Philadelphia, PA, as well as remote roles based in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, or Colorado.

Zone C | $134,800 – $207,100

Applies to all other U.S. locations not listed above.

Applies to candidates working in the Toronto region

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and work location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices across all locations.

We are committed to creating an environment where careers and families can thrive together. Our family-friendly benefits are designed to support employees through every stage of caregiving:

• Comprehensive parental leave for all parents, including 8 weeks of birthing leave and 8 weeks of bonding leave.
• Return with Care Program to support a smooth transition back to work after leave.
• Child Sickness Leave, providing up to 5 days of protected time for returning parents.
• Menstrual care support, offering employees time off as needed to manage menstrual-related illness.
• Pregnancy loss support, offering paid time off and resources to support employees through loss.
• Menopause support, ensuring employees have access to resources and flexibility during this stage of life.
• Flo subscription coverage for up to two memberships per year to support reproductive and hormonal health.
• Flexible hybrid schedules help balance work and family commitments.
• A supportive community of working parents that shares resources and fosters connection.
• Leadership that models healthy work–life integration, reflecting our belief that family and professional success go hand in hand.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Alpha, diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual is treated fairly, regardless of gender, background, or identity. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process and workplace remain accessible and inclusive for all.