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VP, Project Manager

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In-Office
London, Greater London, England
Senior level
In-Office
London, Greater London, England
Senior level
Manage projects within timelines and budgets, overseeing delivery, stakeholder communication, project documentation, and resolving issues while ensuring accountability.
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About this role

We are looking for highly motivated project manager to join our Client Transformation team. You will need to be prepared to learn all aspects of the public and private assets industries as well as client consulting skillsFor the very brightest candidates there is ample opportunity to grow along with the company and take on responsibility literally from day one. BlackRock offers a large scope of benefits, continued personal development and training for anyone looking for a career in Technology and Asset Management 

Main Responsibilities

This role consists in managing projects respecting timelines and budget. 

Main Duties 

This role will have the following major duties and responsibilities: 

  • Effective overall responsibility for project delivery and management of key elements including scope, deliverables, resources, timelines and budget 

  • Identify target milestones and create detailed project plans.  

  • Manage and communicate all deviations from plan 

  • Monitor and control projects by actively identifying, tracking, managing, mitigating and resolving project issues and risks – provide the requested internal and external reporting 

  • Conduct project meetings, collaborate with project team members to build consensus on challenging issues 

  • Communicate requirements and actively set & manage expectations to ensure all team members and stakeholders are accountable for their role in the project’s overall success 

  • Prepare project documentation such as SOWs, weekly status reports, issue/risk logs, time analyses and analyzing/estimating project costs and forecasts 

  • Manage internal and external stakeholders by setting appropriate expectations, ensure proper communication and manage crisis 

  • Participate in the sales cycle to build and present services value proposition to the prospects 

 

Must have: 

  • 8+ Years experience
  • Project Management qualifications : PMBOK, PMP, Agile, Six Sigma, Prince 2
  • Strong problem-solving skills 
  • A ‘can do’ attitude – willingness to accept challenges and innovative approaches 
  • Master’s Degree – IT related degree 
  • Fluent in English 

 

Should have: 

  • Leadership skills 

  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills 

  • Strong interpersonal skills 

  • A team player who is able to work independently 

  • Ability to travel 

 

Nice to have: 

  • Software Technology experience 

  • Advanced knowledge of Core Capital Markets and Alternatives businesses 

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.

Top Skills

Agile
Pmbok
Pmp
Prince 2
Six Sigma

BlackRock Edinburgh, Scotland Office

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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