Project Manager I, PMO at SEI U.S. in Oaks, PA

Job description

SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) is a leading global provider of investment processing, fund processing, and investment management business outsourcing solutions that help corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors, and ultra-high-net-worth families create and manage wealth. The Program Management Office provides program level oversight for projects across the Investment Management Services market unit and project management level resources to manage both new client and internal projects. The team’s focus is on resource collaboration, identifying and taking advantage of synergies across the group with regard to approach and project templates used, reducing the complexity of internal and client communications, while ensuring a continuous focus on delivering on time and on budget. Position Responsibilities Primary responsibilities for an Project Manager 1 are to work closely with Operations, Solutions and Management teams to ensure that scope is well defined, ensure that milestones and project resources are well tracked, and projects are delivered on time. The project manager will also interface directly with clients to document scope, manage expectations through clear communications, understand and resolve issues and lead project workstreams. The position requires an ability to work in a very fast-paced environment while meeting internal and client deadlines. Excellent communication and computer skills are critical. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of business analysis and/or project management experience in the investment management industry. Position Requirements • BA / BS in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or Economics or 4-6 year equivalent experience preferred • 2-4 years of business analysis and/or project management experience • Knowledge of financial, investment industry is desirable • Excellent verbal and written skills • Excellent interpersonal skills/team player • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously • Ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines • Excellent organizational and advanced problem solving skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project is preferred Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the work environment may require an individual to move around the office and from building to building which may expose the individual to weather conditions outside. The individual has to be able to sit or be stationary at a computer and use computers for extended periods of time and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the environment is moderate and the individual must be able to communicate and exchange information with people in person and over the telephone and email. SEI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. SEI’s competitive advantage: To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a dis