Senior Consultant - ApTask

Boston, MA

About the Job

About Client:
Client is a global financial services firm that provides a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services. It is a prominent global financial services firm with a rich history and a strong presence in the financial industry.
The Client is committed to corporate responsibility and sustainability. It aims to make a positive impact on society through various initiatives, such as promoting environmental sustainability, supporting diversity and inclusion, and engaging in philanthropic activities.

Rate Range: $80-$100/Hr

Job Description:

The Solution Owner will drive implementation of solutions by working closely with the Solution Manager, Business Analysts, and developers.
They will report to the Solution Manager.
They will manage the roadmap and backlog for each solution, and will write enablers which accomplish the goals.
The Solution Owner will act as a program management leader who proactively collaborates across teams, surfaces/manages dependencies, raises risks and prioritization conflicts, and relentlessly drives toward successful releases. In this role they will engage with developers on sprint planning, coordinate with testing teams (UAT and QA), and coordinate release dates.
The Solution Owner regularly monitors and communicates implementation progress with the Solution Team and leadership, and proactively elevates risks to Solution Manager and leadership.
The Solution Owner will be accountable for organizing the full body of work to achieve the deliverables, holding planning meetings and removing blockers.
They are accountable for making sure that the required work is completed, tested, and meets requirements for go-live dates, using Jira.

Responsibilities:

Manage solution roadmaps and backlogs, defining the required capabilities and technology building blocks. Collaborate with the solution manager on the solution backlog and facilitate refinement/prioritization.
Work with multiple teams to surface all work required to support the build. Track developer progress in support of the build and raise risks to Solution Team.
Manage the Jira board(s) in support of each solution, connecting developer epics to facilitate roadmap management.
Run scrum meetings and any other meetings in which people need to be brought together to resolve issues or plan together.
Identify challenges and proactively resolve or escalate risks and issues in a timely and well-articulated manner by engaging stakeholders and Solution Manager. Manage execution risks.
Understand and articulate dependencies that will influence sequencing of development and other roadmap work.
Manage migration plan and execution in collaboration with stakeholders, Solution Manager and developers.
Assist in coordination of multi-layered testing efforts in support of releases.
Ensure Solution Team artifacts are sufficient to support the PSM team’s documentation requirements
Drive effective teamwork, communication, collaboration, and commitment across multiple disparate groups with competing priorities while maintaining strong business relationships.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in related field required, or combination of equivalent work/education experience.
A minimum of 7+ years of experience leading complex development and integration projects, strategy, Business Analysis or System Analysis, preferably in the finance/asset management industry
Excellent communication - both verbal and written - with technology and business partners to include strong discussion, debate and listening skills and the ability to look beyond obvious answers to understand impacts.
Demonstrated organization skills and usage of Jira to manage product roadmap and planning; strong experience with Confluence
Experienced in bringing together cross-functional teams and leading execution in an Agile delivery model. Strong experience with Agile practices and frameworks (e.g. Scrum). Experience working with Scaled Agile software development processes.
Scrum Master certification and/or experience
Demonstrated success leading without authority, influencing others to achieve measurable results.
Ability to learn quickly and work independently in a changing environment and under tight deadlines
Ability to successfully manage and coordinate simultaneous project deliverables across groups and teams
Demonstrated track record in strategic project management.
Extensive experience in using critical thinking skills and analysis to solve problems.
Proven ability to build strong relationships and adopt a collaborative approach to support program execution.
Experienced in engaging senior stakeholders by escalating and resolving issues as they arise.

Non-benefitted (other than those mandated under state or federal law).Please note that this position does not include paid time off benefits. ApTask offers subsidized insurance coverage to our employees.

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.

If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com

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