Senior Project Manager Investment Management

Job Title : Senior Project Manager Investment Management

Primary Location : Madison, Wisconsin - Hybrid in Madison (open to Chicago candidates that can work in Madison for a bit more flexible of hybrid model

Position Type : Full-Time / Direct Hire

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 - $170,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Overview

TalentFish is casting a line for a Senior Project Manager. This is a full-time role based in Wisconsin within a hybrid work environment with our premier client!

The Senior Project Manager will play a key role in overseeing complex, enterprise-level projects across investment management, operations, technology, data management, finance, and HR. This position partners closely with stakeholders and subject matter experts to deliver projects that drive organizational efficiency, innovation, and strong investment outcomes.

What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)

5+ years of project management experience within an investment management organization. Enterprise PMs with INVESTMENT MGMT industry experience (specialized lifecycle / implementations + asset-class knowledge)

Experience / knowledge with investment platforms such as Aladdin, Charles River, SimCorp, Geneva, Eagle, Bloomberg AIM implementing complex projects and modern software / platform solutions in the investment ecosystem.

Strong communication skills with proven ability to build trust and meaningful relationships at all levels.

Ability to learn quickly, effectively adapt, and navigate evolving business priorities.

Solid understanding of investment operations, workflows, and systems across key asset classes.

Detailed knowledge of multiple investment / security types and their role in portfolio strategies.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills.

High level of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.

Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, etc.) are a plus.

What You Will Do

Lead full project lifecycle activities from scope definition to planning, execution, and delivery.

Drive project completion, proactively resolve issues, and ensure intended business outcomes are realized.

Build and organize project teams; assign and manage workloads to ensure accountability.

Monitor tasks, timelines, dependencies, risks, and budget considerations.

Provide clear and consistent communication to project teams, stakeholders, senior leadership, and broader organizational audiences.

Prepare high-quality presentations, project documentation, and executive-level communications.

Facilitate cross-functional meetings to gather requirements, secure commitment, gain alignment, and support decision-making.

Ensure successful implementation through appropriate training, testing, and change management approaches.

Foster collaboration and encourage open communication across diverse perspectives.

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 - $170,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to : reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

If applying for this role - Please take each key point and provide number of years experience and what you would rate yourself, 1 thru 10 (10 being expert) for each key point. Send your resume and notes on the role to expediate our recruiting services.