Strategic Program Lead: Implementations & Delivery

Clearwater Analytics; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Analytics in Chicago is seeking a Program Manager responsible for overseeing project implementations and coordinating with internal and external resources. This role requires expertise in JIRA, Excel, Clarizen, and Salesforce, along with extensive experience in financial services. The ideal candidate has 9+ years in project management, a finance or accounting background, and excellent communication skills. The position is located on-site in Chicago, Illinois and involves managing budgets and ensuring client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of relevant project management and implementation experience working with external clients.
• Proven experience implementing software solutions within Asset Management, Market Data and/or Insurance space.
• Experience managing a team essential (7-15 people).

Responsibilities

• Identifies and finalizes project scope.
• Develops detailed implementation plans.
• Generates weekly status reports.
• Schedules and leads steering committee meetings.
• Manages and reports on budget for implementation.

Skills

JIRA

Excel

Clarizen

Salesforce

Financial Services Experience

Project management in matrix environments

Investment accounting and reporting knowledge

SaaS familiarity

Microsoft Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Master’s degree in finance or accounting

Job description

Clearwater Analytics in Chicago is seeking a Program Manager responsible for overseeing project implementations and coordinating with internal and external resources. This role requires expertise in JIRA, Excel, Clarizen, and Salesforce, along with extensive experience in financial services. The ideal candidate has 9+ years in project management, a finance or accounting background, and excellent communication skills. The position is located on-site in Chicago, Illinois and involves managing budgets and ensuring client satisfaction.