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Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $192 billion in assets under management as of March 30, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets, and listed equities. The firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 22 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

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www.oaktreecapital.com

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The VP, Technical Project Manager, is responsible for managing, planning and tracking tactical and strategic projects. The role focuses on cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects.

This role is a brand ambassador not only to technology at Oaktree but to the IT Strategy & Programs team as we continue to grow and develop. The IT Strategy & Programs mission is to function as a visible center of excellence that promotes transformation, service excellence and disciplined execution supporting our digital transformation strategy, the success of our partners and the organization. We are an ambitious team with an entrepreneurial mindset. We seek to inspire, influence and collaborate within and across teams.

Responsibilities

The VP, Technical Project Manager, will have the following responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexities, from initiation to closure, using agile, waterfall or hybrid methodologies.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, sponsors, product owners, technical teams and vendors to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, dependencies, risks and success criteria.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, status reports, dashboards and other project artifacts using appropriate tools and best practices.
  • Monitor and manage project performance, scope, quality, schedule, cost, resources, communication, risk and issue management.
  • Facilitate project meetings, workshops, reviews, retrospectives and presentations with clear agendas, minutes and action items
  • Ensure timely and effective delivery of project deliverables and alignment with stakeholder expectations and organizational goals.
  • Manage project changes, conflicts, escalations and negotiations in a proactive and constructive manner.
  • Provide regular and transparent project updates and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and deliverables.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of hybrid project management processes, methodologies, standards and best practices within the IT Strategy & Programs team and the organization.
  • Deliver appropriate and effective executive level communication.
  • Determine project working format (e.g., Waterfall, Agile or Hybrid), set up and manage framework.
  • Develop and implement change management strategies to facilitate the organizations adoption of program outcomes.
  • Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in IT project management, preferably in a financial services environment
  • At least 3 years experience in an Agile environment with hands-on application as a Scrum Master.
  • Proven track record of leading complex, large-scale projects from initiation to completion.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill complex concepts into digestible pieces.
  • Ability to seamlessly present, negotiate and influence.
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools and best practices, such as PMI standards, Agile mindset, Scrum, Kanban, etc.
  • Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, (PowerBI at plus) and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence or similar tools.
  • Certifications such as PMP, CSM, CAPM, etc. are desirable.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, dependencies, risks and issues in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to foster collaboration, teamwork and trust across diverse and cross-functional teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of IT best practices, methodologies, and emerging technologies.
  • Proven ability to align IT programs with business strategy.
  • Work creatively, strategically and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork & innovation.
  • Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective.

Education

Bachelors degree in computer science, information systems or related field.

Base Salary Range

$160,000-$195,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a

comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.