[Remote] PMO Lead / Senior Project Manager
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Trajectory Recruiting is seeking a seasoned PMO Lead / Senior Project Manager to spearhead the establishment and advancement of a Project Management Office (PMO) function within a high-stakes Investment Technology and Performance environment. This role combines high-level strategic framework design with hands-on tactical project execution, focusing on critical data and technology initiatives across an enterprise-scale Investment Office.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and day-to-day operations of the PMO, including project intake, prioritization, and governance standards
- Monitor and coordinate a complex portfolio of tactical and strategic initiatives, identifying dependencies and risks across multiple workstreams
- Provide direct project management for tactical data and technology projects, utilizing Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies as required
- Facilitate coordination between internal business teams, technology groups, and external vendors to ensure alignment with organizational priorities
- Develop and maintain portfolio-level reporting and executive dashboards to provide leadership with visibility into project health and resource capacity
- Drive organizational readiness and the adoption of new processes, tools, and capabilities through proactive communication and training efforts
Skills
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience within financial services, specifically supporting Investment Management organizations with $100B+ AUM
- At least 12 years of experience managing complex technical or operational projects
- A minimum of 10 years of experience within or leading a PMO organization, with a proven track record of establishing governance frameworks
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field
- Deep expertise in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models
- Proficiency in project and collaboration tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, MS Project, Power BI, or Smartsheet
- Experience supporting multi-vendor implementation and large-scale modernization programs
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, CSM, or Prosci (Change Management)
- Experience within a large public pension fund or similar public sector investment environment
Company Overview
- Trajectory is a boutique executive recruiting firm that specializes in helping high-growth companies secure the right leadership talent—those who will not only succeed in the role but drive sustainable impact. It was founded in 2025, and is headquartered in New York, NY, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://trajectoryrecruiting.com/.
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