Senior Project Manager

About the role

SS&C Advent delivers financial technology solutions and services to financial services clients in the asset management, wealth management, and alternative investment space around the world. As SS&C Advent Senior Project Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of software implementation projects for SS&C clients. You will be fully accountable for project scope, resource allocation, milestone achievement, and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Leverage expertise in project management methodologies to ensure business requirements are met and proactively address deviations from the project plan related to scope, resources, schedule, or budget.
• Collaborate with multiple internal teams and external clients to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the organization’s best practices.
• Establish and maintain strong rapport with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Host project workshops, including project initiation sessions, to align stakeholders and set clear expectations.
• Manage clients' expectations and promptly address their concerns and feedback.
• Review and define project objectives in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Develop and establish project baselines, including scope, resources, schedule, and budget.
• Track and manage project execution, ensuring activities are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with consultants and cross-functional teams (Managed Services, IT, R&D, etc.) to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and plan mitigation strategies for project risks.
• Oversee change management processes, including documentation and approval of changes to scope, schedule, or resources.
• Manage issue escalation and resolution to minimize project disruptions.
• Effectively manage project resources, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization.
• Work closely with consultants and other internal stakeholders to make collaborative decisions regarding project solutions.

Requirements

• 6–10 years of software implementation experience in a client-facing capacity.
• 6–10 years of experience in the asset management industry.
• Demonstrated experience with project management tools and leading projects with complex Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required by project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring junior staff or leading cross-functional teams.
• SS&C product knowledge.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Professional development reimbursement opportunity.

Pay

Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company’s discretion.

Schedule

Hybrid