Senior Project Manager

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13741527 **Job Title:Senior Project Manager Locations: New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Boston, MA | Hybrid About the Role SS&C Advent delivers financial technology solutions and services to financial services clients in the asset management, wealth management, and alternative investment space around the globe. As SS&C Advent Senior Project Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of software implementation projects for SS&C clients across the alternative investment industry, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, and asset managers. You will be fully accountable for project scope, resource allocation, milestone achievement, and cost management. Leveraging yourexpertisein project management methodologies, you will ensure that business requirements are met and proactively address any deviations from the project plan related to scope, resources, schedule, or budget. This role requires collaboration with multiple internal teams and external clients to deliver high-quality solutions. The Senior Project Manager is expected to proactivelyidentifyopportunities for process improvement and contribute to the organizations best practices. Why Join SS&C SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industryexpertiseto support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, andoperatesolutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence. You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments. How You Will Make an Impact Client Engagement & Relationship Management - Establish andmaintainstrong rapport with clients throughout the project lifecycle. - Host project workshops, including project initiation sessions,to alignstakeholders and set clear expectations. - Manage clients expectations and promptly address their concerns and feedback. Project Planning & Execution - Review and define projectobjectivesin collaboration with clients and internal teams. - Develop andestablishproject baselines, including scope, resources, schedule, and budget. - Track and manage project execution, ensuring activities are completed on time and within budget. - Collaborate with consultants and cross-functional teams (Managed Services, IT, R&D, etc.) to deliver successful project outcomes. Risk, Change, and Issue Management - Identify, assess, and plan mitigation strategies for project risks. - Oversee change management processes, including documentation and approval of changes to scope, schedule, or resources. - Manageissueescalation and resolution to minimize project disruptions. Resource & Team Collaboration - Effectively manage project resources, ensuringoptimalallocation andutilization. - Work closely with consultants and other internal stakeholders to make collaborative decisionsregardingproject solutions. Required Experience - 610 years of software implementation experience in a client-facing capacity. - 610 years of experience in the asset management industry. - Demonstrated experience with project management tools and leading projects with complex Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). - Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences. - Willingness to travel up to 10% as required by project needs. What Sets You Apart(preferred qualifications) - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Finance, ora relatedfield. - Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are highly desirable. - Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.