Senior Project Manager – Capital Markets

Akaasa Technologies; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Akaasa Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, regulatory-driven initiatives within Capital Markets and QTS. You will plan, direct, and coordinate work across cross-functional business and technology teams to deliver within scope, time, and budget, aligning with CM and QTS strategic objectives.

The role requires 8–9 years in project management, 3+ years in Capital Markets, and hands-on experience with SDLC and Agile practices using JIRA, Confluence, and

Qualifications

• 8-9 years of Project Management experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Capital Markets across IT or business functions.
• Experience managing large-scale ($5M+) strategic change and regulatory initiatives.
• Strong understanding of SDLC.
• 2+ years of experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Rally Central.
• Domain expertise in one or more asset classes: Rates, Credit, or Equities.
• Knowledge of Front-to-Back Capital Markets functions such as Front Office, Trade Capture, Pricing, Trading Risk/P&L, Operations, Product Control, Market Risk, or Credit Risk.
• Strong analytical, structured, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven experience working with Director- and Managing Director-level stakeholders across IT and business.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Nice to have: Big Four consulting experience and/or PMP/PgMP certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities across cross-functional business and technology teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved timelines, scope, and budget.
• Work with senior stakeholders to align deliverables with strategic objectives.

Skills

Agile methodologies

SDLC

Stakeholder management

Multitasking / prioritization

Education

PMP/PgMP certification

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Rally Central

Job description

Senior Project Manager Capital Markets

Location: Cary, North Carolina, USA
Duration: 6 months

Visa: GC/USC/GC-EAD/H4-EAD
Interview: Video Interview

Note:

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• LinkedIn with location

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to manage large-scale and complex strategic change and regulatory initiatives within Capital Markets (CM) and Quantitative & Technology Services (QTS).

The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating activities across cross-functional business and technology teams to ensure projects are delivered within approved timelines, scope, and budget. The candidate will work closely with senior business and technology stakeholders and ensure project deliverables align with Capital Markets and QTS strategic objectives.

Requirements

• 8 9+ years of Project Management experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Capital Markets across IT or business functions.
• Experience managing large-scale ($5M+) strategic change and regulatory initiatives.
• Strong understanding of SDLC.
• 2+ years of experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Rally Central.
• Domain expertise in one or more asset classes: Rates, Credit, or Equities.
• Knowledge of Front-to-Back Capital Markets functions such as Front Office, Trade Capture, Pricing, Trading Risk/P&L, Operations, Product Control, Market Risk, or Credit Risk.
• Strong analytical, structured, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven experience working with Director- and Managing Director-level stakeholders across IT and business.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Nice to have: Big Four consulting experience and/or PMP/PgMP certification.