We are seeking a sharp Program Manager to assist in the execution of a strategic joint venture transformation and one of the firm's most significant business and technology transformation initiatives.
This is a high-profile role accountable for delivering a large-scale front-to-back platform transformation underpinning a strategic joint venture. The successful candidate will lead execution of the program covering the rollout of trading, operations, finance, treasury, risk, compliance, and data platforms to establish the technology foundation for a new operating entity.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Technology Delivery:
- Oversee the delivery, integration, migration, and deployment of front-office trading platforms, middle- and back-office systems, risk and finance platforms, data services, and supporting infrastructure required for Day 1 launch.
- Drive accountability across workstream leads to ensure commitments are delivered on schedule. Partner across technology, business, control functions (e.g. audit, procurement), and external stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery and launch.
- Executive Communication and Influence:
- Partner with senior executives to align priorities, resolve challenges, and drive key decisions.
- Provide concise and actionable reporting to Board members and senior executives, creating confidence in program execution and delivery outcomes.
- Manage Risk & Drive Results:
- Anticipate and address risks, issues, and dependencies before they impact delivery.
- Maintain relentless focus on execution, delivery quality, and successful outcomes.
Experience & Qualifications
- 2-5 years leading large-scale technology transformation programs.
- Experience with technology modernization, platform integration, migration, and large-scale change.
- Strong understanding of technology delivery, testing, migration, implementation, and operational stabilization.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Global Markets industry experience preferred, particularly Equities.
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $100,000 - $130,000.
About UsJefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.
At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.
Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.
The salary offered will take into consideration an individual’s experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees or part-time employees, who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours or more per week, including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays, and for full-time employees, paid parental leave.
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