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Job Description :
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Position Summary
Guggenheim Securities Information Management (“GSIM”) is seeking an experienced Chief of Staff to join its Information Management Leadership team.
Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, this person will play a critical role in supporting the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and the IT leadership team by driving strategic initiatives, managing projects, overseeing financial management, and ensuring quality assurance across all IT operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills, financial acumen, and a strong background in quality assurance.
Essential Job Functions
- Collaborate with the CIO and IT leadership team to develop and implement IT strategies and initiatives.
- Monitor and report on the progress of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Serve as a liaison between the CIO and various stakeholders, facilitating communication and coordination.
- Lead and manage complex IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and scope.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
- Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues promptly to keep projects on track.
- Oversee the IT budget, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting on expenditures.
- Ensure efficient allocation of financial resources and adherence to budgetary constraints.
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop financial models and analyses to support strategic decision-making.
- Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards for all IT operations and projects.
- Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality and efficiency of IT services.
- Provide leadership and guidance to IT teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Mentor and develop staff, promoting professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Facilitate cross-functional teamwork and communication to achieve organizational objectives.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of IT initiatives and operations.
- Prepare and present reports to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
- Ensure data-driven decision-making through rigorous analysis and reporting.
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About Us :
Guggenheim Securities is the investment banking and capital markets business of Guggenheim Partners, a global investment and advisory firm. Guggenheim Securities offers services that fall into four broad categories : Advisory, Financing, Sales and Trading, and Research. Guggenheim Securities is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, and Houston.
Guggenheim is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
For more information, please visit GuggenheimSecurities.com, follow us on LinkedIn or contact us at GSLateralRecruiting@guggenheimpartners.com or 212.518.9200.
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Salary : $225,000 - $250,000
