Aladdin Project Manager

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As a business application consulting generalist at PwC, you will provide consulting services for a wide range of business applications. You will leverage a broad understanding of various software solutions to assist clients in optimising operational efficiency through analysis, implementation, training, and support.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Skills and Experience

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g., refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Business Application Consulting team you will lead large-scale platform transformation projects while supporting clients during Aladdin onboarding and integration. As a Senior Manager you will engage C-level stakeholders, driving strategic outcomes and promoting the successful implementation of management functions.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to understand their business needs
• Develop strategies to enhance platform performance
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively
• Mentor team members to enhance their skills and capabilities

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7 years of experience in consulting, financial services, or investment operations with at least 5 years working directly with the Aladdin platform
• Prior background in asset management, wealth management, or insurance sectors

What Sets You Apart

• Master of Science in Accounting & Finance, Business Administration/Management, Business Application Programming, Business Computing, Computer Engineering & Accounting, Computer Applications, Computer Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Management Information Systems preferred
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification is a plus
• Thought leader level knowledge of Aladdin's management functions
• Supporting clients during Aladdin onboarding and integration
• Proven track record in platform transformation projects
• Significant client-facing experience with senior stakeholders
• Familiarity with data architecture and compliance workflows
• Experience in asset management or wealth management sectors