IT Project Manager

Job Description

Note : This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in office 2-3 days a week at one of the following office locations : Memphis, TN St (preferred location) or St, Petersburg, FL.

Job Summary :

As a Technical Project Manager supporting the Fixed Income Technology division at Raymond James, the Project Manager will assist in managing multiple Fixed Income technology projects which will have a significant impact on business processes and technology used firm wide. The Project Manager will partner with IT leadership, vendors, internal IT, and business members to identify, prioritize, and manage opportunities to achieve defined goals. Role includes the development of project strategies, business cases, and high-level project plans.

Responsibilities :

• Candidate will work under the direction of the FICM Associate Director and must be able to operate within a high-risk, complex IT environment. This role requires the ability to understand IT systems and be able to navigate in this environment.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of project strategies, business case, and high-level project plans / scheduled.
• Responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and provides a single point of contact for those projects. Takes projects from original concept through final implementation.
• Partners with vendors and internal and external business unit subject matter experts to plan and implement strategies to ensure the successful and timely completion of projects throughout all phases. Responsibilities also includes facilitating and maintaining contact with internal partners and vendors to identify, research and resolve related project issues.
• Communicates with FICM Technology leadership, business leadership, and consultants on project status, strategy, direction and change.
• Responsible for facilitating meetings, tracking key project milestone, risks, issues, action items, and related project reports in compliance with established technology standards (and in relation to business needs).
• Assists in the overall management of projects, including applying established project methodologies (SDLC, Agile), manages activities to define detailed work plans, project schedules, milestone estimates, and assists with monthly / quarterly reporting.
• Makes judgments and recommendations based on analysis and knowledge.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Facilitates requirement gathering process, prioritization of the backlog and sprint planning.
• Display meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of project management. Thoroughly review project documents, identify potential issues, and work proactively to address them to ensure project success.
• Track project milestones, tasks, and timelines to ensure adherence to schedules. Regularly follow up with teams to monitor progress and promptly address any potential bottlenecks or delays.

Skills / Previous Experience :

Ability to :

Licenses / Certifications :

Education

Bachelor's : Business Administration, Bachelor's : Computer and Information Science, High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute (PMI)

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We expect our associates at all levels to :

At Raymond James - as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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