Project Manager - Front Office IT Trading

Talan Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in innovation and transformation! As a Business Analyst / Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in Front Office IT projects, working on cutting-edge technology and collaborating with talented professionals. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career while contributing to the development of finance engineering. If you have a passion for finance and technology, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career in a stimulating environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

15 days of paid vacation per year

Health, dental, and vision insurance

8 paid holidays

5 sick days

2 personal days

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in project management and business analysis.
• Strong financial background related to capital markets and payment systems.

Responsibilities

• Track KPIs, plan and coordinate projects, and lead meetings.
• Analyze trading system capabilities and design new functionalities.
• Collaborate with engineers and traders to enhance systems.

Skills

Project Management

Business Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Financial Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Quantitative Finance

Tools

FIX Protocol

TCP Protocol

Market Connectivity Solutions

Trading Execution Solutions

Job description

Talan is an international consulting and technology expertise group that accelerates its clients' transformation through innovation, technology, and data. For over 20 years, Talan has been advising and supporting companies and public institutions in implementing their transformation and innovation projects in France and internationally.

Present on 5 continents, in 20 countries, the Group, Great Place To Work certified, with more than 7,000 employees, aims to achieve a turnover of one-billion-euro by the end of 2025.

With its research and innovation Centre, Talan puts innovation at the heart of its development and intervenes in the technological mutation sectors, such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Intelligence, Blockchains, to avail the growth of major groups and mid-cap companies through a committed and responsible approach.

By placing Positive Innovation at the heart of its strategy, the Talan Group is convinced that it is by serving people that technology amplifies its potential for society.

Job Description

Are you looking to join a company at the forefront of innovation and transformation? Look no further than Talan!

We are seeking a talented Business Analyst / Project Manager to join our team and work on Front Office IT projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Market Connectivity and strong organizational and project management skills.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic group of professionals who are dedicated to excellence. You will have the chance to contribute to the development of our Finance engineering team and grow your career in a stimulating environment.

If you are a skilled Business Analyst / Project Manager with a passion for finance and technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and take your career to the next level!

Role and Responsibilities

1. Project Management: Track KPIs, plan and coordinate projects, and lead operational and steering committee meetings.
2. Analyze and Enhance Systems: Study existing trading system capabilities and design new functionalities.
3. Develop Technical Documentation: Create workflow diagrams, data flow diagrams, traceability matrix, and system specifications.
4. Gather and Define Requirements: Identify system input, processing, and output needs, ensuring effective system controls.
5. Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with engineers, algo developers, and traders to align system enhancements with business needs.
6. Design Market Connectivity Solutions: Implement cutting-edge market connectivity systems.
7. Ensure Compliance: Maintain order management processes in line with best execution practices.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Finance or Quantitative finance
2. 3-7 years of experience
3. Strong financial background related to capital markets, payment systems and trust accounting.
4. Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing application/system being supported.
5. Experience with client and market connectivity products, trading execution solutions, and application development platforms.
6. Strong understanding of investment management operations and business terminology.
7. Ability to resolve issues, recommend, and implement system solutions.
8. Skilled in driving project milestones, coordinating between teams, and providing leadership/mentorship.
9. Excellent verbal/written communication, presentation, organizational, and time management skills.
10. FIX & Binary Connectivity Protocol knowledge a plus
11. Proficiency in network protocols such as TCP & multicast

At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:

1. The salary range for this role is US$90,000 - US$135,000
2. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
3. 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
4. 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
5. Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
6. Voluntary STD and LTD

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Information

Business Analysis, Project Management, FIX, TCP, Market Connectivity