JOB DESCRIPTION
At Antares, our Information Technology Project Management Office (IT PMO) is crucial in integrating advanced technology solutions into our private equity and asset management business. We ensure that technology projects align with strategic business goals, enhance operational efficiency, and provide exceptional value to our clients.
We are seeking an AVP IT Project Manager and Finance Operations to drive key technology initiatives and process reengineering efforts across various business lines. Reporting to the SVP-IT Program Head, this hands-on role requires close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to enhance transaction processing, financial analysis, reporting, and overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, financial modeling expertise, and a passion for driving change through strategic technology implementation. This position plays a critical role in leading successful initiatives from inception to execution, enabling the organization to achieve its goals while navigating complex operational challenges.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLE:
This role encompasses comprehensive leadership in project execution, stakeholder collaboration, financial management, and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include:
- Project Management & Execution: Lead and oversee technology initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, maintaining detailed project plans, and providing transparent progress updates to stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with business leaders, IT teams, vendors, and end-users to gather requirements, prioritize deliverables, and drive successful project implementation through clear and effective communication.
- Technology Implementation & Change Management: Oversee the deployment of technology solutions that enhance operational processes, data integrity, and reporting capabilities. Manage epics, user stories, tasks, and releases while ensuring a structured change management process for smooth production deployments.
- Financial Oversight & Budget Management: Develop and manage technology-related program budgets, track financial performance, and ensure accurate invoice processing. Define KPIs to assess technology budget effectiveness and financial forecasting.
- Contract & License Management: Lead procurement and management of software licenses, ensuring compliance and optimization. Oversee technology contracts, collaborate with legal teams, and establish performance metrics that align with business needs.
- Operational & Risk Management: Identify risks early and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure adherence to compliance, governance, and risk control requirements, including disaster recovery planning, expense management, and financial controls.
- Business & Data Analysis: Support business intelligence and data validation efforts, ensuring seamless integration of new systems with existing infrastructure while maintaining data accuracy and governance.
- Quality Assurance & User Training: Ensure technology solutions meet high-quality standards through user testing and defect resolution. Provide training and ongoing system support to optimize user adoption and operational monitoring.
- Contractor Management & Workforce Strategy: Manage technology contractors, oversee performance evaluations, and facilitate conversion to permanent roles where needed, ensuring efficient workforce integration and strategic hiring decisions.
ABOUT YOU (OR QUALIFICATIONS)
- Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP, ACP) and similar professional certifications.
- 10+ years of experience in technology project management and system implementations.
- Knowledge of financial instruments within private equity and asset management.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Azure Dev Ops, Service Now, SharePoint, Monday.com and Microsoft Office suite.
- Proficiency in program management tools and software.
- In-depth knowledge of vendor management and technology contracts.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience overseeing contracts to ensure compliance with service-level agreements.
- Ability to implement metrics for assessing vendor efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Experience with technology finance and budgeting.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making skills.
- Intermediate knowledge of Visio or Lucidchart.
- Strong understanding of business and data analysis and reporting tools.
SKILLS:
- Project Management: Expertise in planning, executing, and monitoring technology projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and on-time delivery.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of technology platforms, software development life cycle (SDLC), systems integration, and quality assurance practices.
- Data Analysis: Ability to analyze complex data sets, validate and integrate data, and generate actionable insights to inform decision-making.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and ensuring clear and effective collaboration across teams.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues efficiently.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, shifting priorities, and evolving technology landscapes.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and align efforts towards common goals.
- Time & Budget Management: Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, resources, and budgets effectively within project constraints.
- Risk Management: Proficient in identifying risks, developing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with risk management protocols.
- Customer Focus: Strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of end-users, providing training and ongoing support for technology solutions.
COMPETENCIES
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, fostering a cooperative environment to achieve collective goals.
- Responsibility: Demonstrate reliability and accountability in managing projects, consistently delivering high-quality results on time and within scope.
- Commercial Awareness: Possess a deep understanding of business dynamics, industry trends, and the financial landscape, particularly in technology, private equity, and asset management sectors.
- Decision Making: Make informed, data-driven decisions swiftly, balancing project requirements with strategic business objectives.
- Leadership: Inspire, guide, and motivate team members, providing clear direction and support to achieve project goals and maintain high standards of excellence.
- Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, honesty, and fairness in all project activities and stakeholder interactions.
- Creativity: Think innovatively, propose creative solutions that enhance project outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and address emerging challenges.
- Customer Focus: Provide exceptional support and service to stakeholders and end-users, ensuring their experience with technology solutions is positive.
- Emotional Intelligence: Manage interpersonal relationships with empathy and understanding, and effective communication in all interactions.
- Adaptability: Maintain flexibility in dynamic environments and rapidly adjust to changes in project requirements, priorities, and technology landscapes.
THE FINE PRINT
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background check.
- Must be willing to work from New York and travel, as necessary.
Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is comprised of several components, including but not limited to applicant's skill, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and the location of the position.
This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).
Our benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Salary Range
$150,000 - $165,000
To learn more, visit www.antares.com. Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
