Chicago, IL 60606

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Our client  is seeking a seasoned hands-on Technology Manager to join the Information Technology group in a highly visible leadership role overseeing a team responsible for finance and shared services departments. The Manager will be responsible for leading a small team of resources and is expected to play an active role in the design, development and implementation of new software solutions.

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  Contribute to strategic technology decisions to support the firm’ s business vision
  
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  Partner with department heads to define priorities and deliver customized solutions
  
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  Work collaboratively with other technology leaders to ensure planned initiatives are aligned with stated business objectives
  
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  Oversee analysis  and execution of key projects using robust project management methods to establish governance and help identify and mitigate unforeseen risks
  

 

 

Qualifications:

  We seek an individual who is self-disciplined, demonstrates creative thinking and has the following characteristics:

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  Bachelor’ s or Master’ s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience required
  
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  Substantial experience managing application technology in  financial services institution, preferably at an alternative asset manager
  
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  Prior experience with fund accounting concepts and systems
  
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  8+ years of experience as hands-on software developer
  
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  Strong proficiency with.NET C# and SQL Server
  
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  Proven experience leading teams and projects to successful completion
  
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  Strong project management skills; ability to work under pressure and multi-task.
  
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  Exceptional attention to detail, highly organized and able to prioritize and meet deadlines
  
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  Strategic thinker and who strives to deliver results and provide exceptional end-user experience
  

 

 

 

Job Requirements

financial services institution, preferably at an alternative asset manager

Meet Your Recruiter

Kelly Hallgren