Project Manager - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Blackrock, Inc.

Description

Description

About this role

About BlackRock

Elevate your career by joining the world's largest asset manager Would you thrive in an environment that fosters positive relationships and recognizes outstanding performance? We know how important it is to feel valued every single day and be recognized for your contribution. At BlackRock, we strive to empower our employees and effectively engage your involvement in our success. With over $10 trillion of assets, we have an outstanding responsibility: our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home, and improve their financial well-being.

Job Purpose/ Background

The EMEA Change Team is part of Global Fund Distribution Services (GFDS) within BlackRock's Technology & Operations division and has responsibility for managing all change initiatives that impact 2 teams within GFDS; EMEA Transfer Agency Services (TAS) and Fund Distribution Operations (FDO).

We are seeking a Vice President to become part of the GFDS EMEA Change Team, with responsibility for leading a program of change initiatives for FDO.

The role will require a wide skillset including business and technical knowledge, program management, project management and execution, strategic and consultative thinking. You will be actively engaged in supporting the continued expansion of the distribution oversight model, region to region around the globe. We are helping drive the multi-year transformation of the FDO oversight model and leading the industry in developing technology with our partners to automate a scalable operational process. You will help with the operating model design, execution and delivery while collaborating and building strategic partnerships with business functions across BlackRock to help FDO achieve their goals.

We place a tremendous focus on empowering and developing our people, improving their leadership and delivery skills, and broadening their firm and industry knowledge. Projects and roles are assigned not just based on successful delivery, but also on individual development objectives and career aspirations.

The team will embrace your skills, eagerness, and passion while giving you the freedom to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead virtual teams and partner with business leaders to drive strategic projects, including complex client and technology mandates and commercial opportunities, to completion
• Develop project plans with measurable goals, drive consensus and communicate plans and results to stakeholders and management using comprehensive reporting tools and metrics
• Ensure project deliverables are executed in a timely and controlled manner
• Own and maintain a robust Project Management Office (PMO)
• Identify areas for improvement in business processes and technology tools, with a lens on risk management and mitigation
• Engage and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the firm to effectively navigate the global organization
• Simplify complex topics and create innovative solutions for issues
• Develop content knowledge and the ability to absorb and synthesize data/information
• Use your creativity and initiative to develop high impact materials for communication and to help with decision making
• Drive the development of change best practice

About you

• 7-10 years of experience in asset management or financial services
• Familiarity with asset management middle and back-office functions
• In depth knowledge of fund distribution partners (agents / intermediaries)
• A strong understanding of retail product offerings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident presentation and communication skills
• Confidence that you will flourish on a fast-paced and high-profile project
• Demonstrative experience of working on large, enterprise level projects
• Effective project management skills
• Strong collaboration skills and experience of working cross-functionally
• Experience of successfully leading projects, influencing others and gaining consensus
• Intellectual curiosity and the desire to take initiative and deliver results
• A reputation as a good/flexible communicator and the ability to distil sophisticated concepts and information
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Strong in MS Office skills – PowerPoint, Excel, Word and SmartSheet

Manager comments

• Candidate must have flexibility to accommodate changing priorities across projects and portfolios and be able to bring a positive and creative approach to problem solving
• The role requires a balance between being a self-starter and consulting with the wider group
• Energy, creativity, and a drive to succeed are a must

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.