Job Title: IT Project Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Chicago, IL
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join their team. This role will play a pivotal part in bridging their technical capabilities with strategic business initiatives. The Internal IT Business Consultant will work collaboratively across departments to identify and implement technology-driven solutions that align with the firm’s business goals, optimize operational processes, and enhance overall efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth assessments of business requirements to define and prioritize IT initiatives that align with organizational goals.
- Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders on potential technology enhancements, system upgrades, and best practices.
- Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze needs, and create detailed documentation for project development.
- Collaborate with IT teams to design, implement, and monitor technology solutions that meet the evolving needs of the business.
- Develop project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
- Provide hands-on support during the testing phase to validate solution effectiveness, documenting any needed changes or updates.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance system performance across departments.
- Implement data-driven approaches to process improvements, regularly reviewing and adjusting strategies based on feedback and performance metrics.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of IT solutions in supporting business objectives.
- Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions during technology implementations.
- Create and deliver training sessions to ensure end-users are proficient with new tools and system updates.
- Serve as a point of contact for post-implementation support, troubleshooting issues, and refining processes based on feedback.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- 4+ years of experience in IT consulting, business analysis, or a related field, within financial services a must.
- Proven ability to translate business needs into technical requirements, with a track record of successful project management and solution implementation.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience in process optimization and workflow analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies, such as Azure, Office 365, Geneva, and Aladdin
The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
