Our client, an international broker-dealer located in Midtown, NY, is looking to add a regulatory Project Coordinator to their Technology Infrastructure team. This person will be responsible for the delivery of several firm-wide initiatives related to strategy and business process. Responsibilities include developing the strategy and delivery of change delivery, update and document meeting materials to present to key stakeholders, and coordinating risk identification and resolution. The ideal candidate will come with at least three years' experience in project management, knowledge of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, and experience using JIRA. This is a four-month assignment with the possibility of extension.

Duties:

• Reports into the Infrastructure Program Manager
• Take ownership for the coordination and communication to end users on small to large projects.
• Tracks deadlines, monitors and summarizes progress of projects
• Prepare reports for upper management regarding the status of a project
• Present status reports to senior stakeholders and leadership
• Secure estimates from various project team members (including, but not limited to: producing tier estimates and project cost)
• Have oversight on risk management and ensure that all projects are in compliance with established governance practices
• Assist in organizing project communication to ensure all efforts are properly coordinated
• Ensure lists of assets are properly updated and accounted for

Skills:

• 3+ years experience working in a Project Management/Project Coordination capacity
• Track record of working across IT and functional lines of business to ensure smooth delivery of initiatives
• Firm knowledge both Waterfall and Agile methodologies
• Track record of working on large multi-functional projects
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Experience working with PPM tools such as JIRA, Planview or Clarity
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)