Delivery Manager - Wealth Management

Project description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Delivery Manager to support a rapidly growing banking account by overseeing staffing and managing a large-scale capabilities project. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and possess a broad skill set, including exceptional communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders. Experience in Avaloq and/or Wealth Management within the banking sector is essential. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to deliver complex initiatives in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities Delivery Management: Oversee end-to-end delivery of capabilities projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines. Recruitment & Staffing: Manage recruitment processes to build and scale project teams effectively. Line Management: Act as a line manager for assigned team members, providing mentorship, performance reviews, and career development support. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, building trust and ensuring transparency in project progress. Resource Planning: Optimize resource allocation across multiple streams and manage vendor relationships. Governance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with client governance frameworks and provide regular status updates to leadership. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate delivery risks, ensuring smooth execution of strategic initiatives. Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements and best practices across delivery teams. Skills Must have Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in IT delivery or project/program management. Experience in Wealth Management or fund management within the banking sector is essential. Proven track record of managing large-scale, multi-stream projects in a regulated environment. Skills & Competencies: Excellent communication and negotiation skills for senior stakeholder engagement. Strong leadership and people management skills, including experience as a line manager. Ability to manage recruitment processes and build high-performing teams. Strategic thinking with the ability to align delivery to business objectives. Certifications (Preferred): PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications. Additional Attributes: High adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Nice to have Familiarity with Avaloq and/or Wealth Management platforms like Additiv, Backbase or Charles River. Other Languages English: C1 Advanced Seniority Regular