Technical Project Manager

Dexian LTD. - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

10,001+ employees

About the position

The Technical Project Manager will lead and manage technical projects within the Fund Administration team of a Private Equity firm. This role combines technical proficiency and project management skills to support the operations of fund administration activities. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain systems and tools necessary for efficient fund operations, ensuring seamless project execution and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of technical projects supporting the fund administration team, from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and budget, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines.
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and provide regular status updates to key stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks to project timelines and deliverables.
• Work closely with the fund administration team to understand business needs and challenges related to fund accounting and reporting.
• Implement technology solutions that automate and improve processes, increase efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure data integrity and security of financial and fund-related systems.
• Manage the implementation and integration of third-party fund administration software and internal tools.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements or new technologies that can enhance fund administration workflows.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure that technology solutions meet the needs of fund administrators.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise with fund administration systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and service providers.
• Communicate effectively with business units, providing insights and recommendations on technology solutions.
• Serve as the main point of contact for any technical issues or project-related inquiries.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all projects, including project plans and user guides.
• Provide regular project status reports to senior management, highlighting any potential delays or roadblocks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 2 years specifically supporting fund administration or private equity operations.
• Experience working in or with a private equity firm, hedge fund, asset management company, or financial services institution is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fund administration processes and systems (e.g., Investran, eFront, Geneva, or other fund accounting software).
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, Trello, Asana).
• Familiarity with financial data systems, fund reporting tools, and data integration techniques.
• Solid understanding of data management, system integration, and IT security principles.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in leading software implementation or system integration projects.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and reporting requirements within the private equity and financial services sectors.
• Knowledge of financial modeling, NAV calculations, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting processes.