Provides project management services on a multi-year or major project, applying functional expertise to improve project results.
Core Responsibilities
* Manages a project or workstreams within a broader project or program. Develops, implements, and monitors project plans. Contributes expertise to major project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks.
* Provides insight on best practices and common obstacles based on prior experiences. Ensures strategies are aligned with the overall department strategy.
* Communicates project status and issues regularly to stakeholders, including leaders, team members, and senior managers.
* Builds and maintains effective relationships. Proactively fosters communication between internal and external project stakeholders. Influences key decisions across stakeholder groups.
* Proactively identifies, manages, and mitigates risks and any related project issues. Communicates solutions on key issues or projects to management and stakeholders to obtain their input and buy-in as appropriate.
* Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Minimum of three years related work experience. Two years of managing a project preferred. Financial Services or function-specific experience preferred.
* Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.