Markets Operations Belfast Overview:

Our Operations groups are core to the success of the Markets business.  We support a wide range of internal stakeholders alongside having significant interaction with external clients, playing a key role in the overall client experience.

A role within Markets Operations means that you will have a truly global reach, in a supportive environment which will provide you with new experiences and development opportunities right here in Belfast’s iconic Titanic Quarter. 

You can play an important part in transforming and simplifying our operating model, creating an exciting environment which encourages diversity of thought and inclusion within an organisation that authentically values and invests in its people

Role Overview:

The team is currently recruiting for a project manager to execute on global initiatives within Middle Office and Securities Settlements, spanning both Cash Equities and Fixed Income Business Lines.  Initiatives will cover but not limited to regulatory, strategic re-architecture and process improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to the successful delivery of multiple projects and their alignment to business goals 
• Execute established project management disciplines including the development of program governance and effective stakeholder management to drive planning and execution
• Identify, prioritise and proactively manage dependencies, risks, exceptions and issues
• Generate business requirements ensuring they are clearly documented and strategic in nature
• Work with sponsors to ensure that there are trackable, tangible benefits and associated KPIs.
• Work collaboratively with technology, ensuring there are clear delivery plans aligned to Operations strategic requirements and hold delivery plan owners to account
• Manage testing work streams, drive User Acceptance Testing collaborating with internal and external teams where required
• Develop and deliver presentations to Markets Operations and business management covering project / program status and plans
• Contribute to the design and delivery of Operations training plans and materials, present training to small and large groups as required
• Provide subject matter expertise for internal queries relating to appropriate projects

What we’ll need from you:

• Strong working knowledge of global markets preferred 
• Demonstrable experience of running high impact projects
• Critical thinking and Strong analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management / business analysis skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint skills