AVP, Technical Project Manager

About Eleven RecruitingWe are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for best pay, diversity in tech, and best job-fit for every candidate we place.Our client, an investment firm, is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Technical Project Manager to join their team in Los Angeles, CA!ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership: Lead and manage multiple technical projects simultaneously, overseeing all phases from initiation through delivery and post-implementation review. Develop project plans, timelines, resource allocations, budgets, and risk management frameworks.Business Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements. Translate business needs into technical specifications and solutions that add measurable value.Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with business and technology stakeholders at all levels. Act as the primary point of contact between business units and technical teams, ensuring clear and timely communication.Strategy Execution: Align project objectives with organizational strategy and goals. Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation, leveraging technology to drive business growth.Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans. Ensure transparent escalation and resolution of critical issues.Resource Coordination: Coordinate and lead cross-functional project teams, including internal staff, external vendors, and consultants. Facilitate effective collaboration and ensure accountability for project deliverables.Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce best practices in project management and business analysis. Monitor project progress and ensure deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.Change Management: Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of new processes, systems, and technologies. Prepare and deliver training, documentation, and support as needed.Reporting and Documentation: Provide regular project status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, risks, and next steps. Maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle. QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.Financial services experience preferred but not required.5+ years of experience in Technology project management, and ideally supplemented with process improvement, technical business analysis, and/or product management.A high degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.Self-starter with proven ability to manage delivery/execution of a wide range of tasks and initiatives.Ability to identify problems and provide a path for solution or escalation.Proven experience developing partnerships with and successfully coordinating across various stakeholders.Strong listening and verbal/written communications with ability to tailor message to audience.Ability to work independently, proactively and possess a strong sense of accountability/ownership.Strong familiarity with SDLC processes (e.g., Waterfall) and Agile Methodology.Eagerness to learn the business and understand detailed technical requirements.Ability to use desktop tools to develop presentations for senior management.Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project and SharePoint.Well versed in Jira and Confluence.Project Management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is preferred. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesRequires minimal supervision; models effective leadership skills; communicates effectively with other project team members.Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Strong knowledge of Project and Program Management practices, processes and tools.Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork & innovation.Strong knowledge of the IT landscape, including applications, infrastructure, security, data, and cloud technologies, and the ability to align them with business needs and objectives.Listens intently to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and allowing for professional courtesy in conversations.A passion for learning, innovation, and continuous improvement, and the willingness to share knowledge and best practices with others.Builds mutual trust and encourages respect and cooperation among team members.Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs.Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective.Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.Detail oriented with excellent follow-through skills.Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize work and deliverables.Influential, focused, and versatile team player that is comfortable under pressure.Takes steps to preserve the high confidentiality of strategic business data. Salary: $130,000 - $150,000