Derivatives Project Support Analyst

Project Coordinator

Location: Baltimore, MD Hybrid: Minimum 3 days per week in office

Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour/W2

Top Skills:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in project management/coordination
• Experience with Derivatives Clearing or related projects (both is ideal, but either is welcome)

Role Summary:

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to join a dynamic team working on strategic change initiatives within Derivatives Clearing. The role provides an opportunity to engage with multiple stakeholders in Derivatives Clearing Business, Operations, Regulatory Reporting, and Technology groups. The coordinator will support the delivery of key projects that generate revenue, ensure regulatory compliance, improve process efficiencies, and mitigate risks.

The ideal candidate will be organized, self-driven, and have strong problem-solving abilities. Success in this role requires managing projects through their lifecycle, ensuring they progress on time, and effectively communicating progress across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Project Lead to ensure project delivery throughout its lifecycle.
• Track and communicate project status to the broader team and management.
• Work with the project team on test plan development, designing test strategies, and managing the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) process.
• Build an effective network of stakeholders to facilitate smooth integration of changes.

What You'll Bring to the Role:

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to grasp complex concepts quickly.
• Understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and capable of adhering to strict timelines.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.
• Knowledge of Project Management and Business Analysis best practices within both Agile and Waterfall frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Futures, Options, and OTC Derivative products.
• Familiarity with Derivatives Clearing.
• Experience with low-code automation tools like Alteryx and UiPath.
• Knowledge of Power BI and data visualization.