Nasdaq · 1 day ago
Director, Project Management - Capital Markets
USA - New York City - New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $244K/yr
10+ years expNasdaq is a leading financial services company, and they are seeking a Director of Project Management for their Capital Markets division. This role focuses on spearheading transformational project initiatives and establishing a sophisticated PMO structure for Calypso trading platform implementations.
FinanceFinancial ServicesStock ExchangesTrading Platform
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and implement a comprehensive Project Management framework tailored specifically for capital markets technology with emphasis on Calypso trading platform governance
Establish standardized methodologies, templates, and tools to streamline Calypso implementation projects across trading, risk, collateral, and treasury functions
Develop and enforce stage-gate approval processes, investment prioritization frameworks, and resource allocation models
Create and maintain project portfolio dashboards with real-time visibility into Calypso deployment status, risks, and dependencies
Implement robust change control processes that balance governance requirements with the flexibility needed for iterative Calypso configurations
Design and oversee project health scoring mechanisms to enable objective evaluation of in-flight initiatives
Establish and chair governance committees composed of key stakeholders from business, IT, and operations
Lead complex, enterprise-wide Calypso implementations across multiple asset classes, focusing on derivatives processing, structured products, and cross-asset trading capabilities
Orchestrate Calypso upgrades and migrations from legacy systems, ensuring seamless transition with no service disruption
Drive integration strategies between Calypso and other critical systems including market data providers, confirmation platforms, and settlement systems
Establish centers of excellence for Calypso configuration best practices, custom development standards, and testing protocols
Champion Calypso's straight-through-processing capabilities to maximize operational efficiency and reduce manual interventions
Oversee the development of custom Calypso modules to address unique business requirements not covered by out-of-the-box functionality
Lead the design and implementation of Calypso's workflow engine to optimize trade lifecycle management
Architect and execute project management strategies that revolutionize capital markets technology delivery through Calypso platform capabilities
Lead an elite team of project professionals with specialized Calypso expertise, cultivating a high-performance culture
Partner with C-suite executives to align Calypso implementation roadmaps with strategic market positioning and revenue growth objectives
Drive organizational change management to ensure successful adoption of Calypso-enabled business processes
Optimize front-to-back testing approaches for complex Calypso configurations
Establish and maintain relationships with Calypso vendor management teams to influence product roadmap and expedite issue resolution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, business, engineering, or related field
10+ years of progressive project management experience with at least 5 years leading complex capital markets initiatives specifically in the North American market
Strong Understanding of Capital Markets Front, Middle & Back Office Operations
Fluency in Interest Rate Derivatives, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX
Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting Calypso, or similar platforms, with deep understanding of its architecture and capabilities
Experience managing transition projects from legacy platforms to Calypso trading solutions
Strong understanding of PMO establishment and maturity models in financial services organizations
PMP certification required
Expertise in project governance design, portfolio management techniques, and resource optimization strategies
Advanced knowledge of financial instruments, trading workflows, and market operations across asset classes
Experience leading global, cross-functional teams with diverse skill sets and cultural backgrounds
Strong vendor management experience, particularly with Calypso and complementary financial technology providers
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred
Additional certifications in risk management (FRM), financial services (CFA), or agile methodologies (CSM) highly desirable
Benefits
401(k) program with 6% employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
Student loan repayment program up to $10k
Company paid life and disability plans
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Health spending account with employer contribution
Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
Gym membership discounts
Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
Paid parental leave
Fertility benefits
Paid bereavement leave
Company gift matching program
Employee resource groups
Paid volunteer days
Education Assistance Program
Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
Company
Nasdaq
Nasdaq is a global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.52BKey Investors
Matzliach Capital
2024-07-29Post Ipo Secondary· $2.72B
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $1.8B
2023-06-22Post Ipo Debt· $5B
Leadership Team
Adena Friedman
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Bradley Peterson
EVP & CIO/CTO
Recent News
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