Implementation Manager

Your Team Responsibilities

Implementation Managers work directly with clients across all market segments, including hedge funds, banks, brokers, wealth managers, asset managers and pension plans. The Implementation Manager will analyze client portfolio data and work with the client throughout the on-boarding process, which is organized as an implementation project, and which results in a solution in which our risk and analytics products are integrated into the client’s investment process. The Implementation Manager will specialize in competencies such as data modeling, portfolio reconciliation or reporting. As a specialist, the Implementation Manager will work on several client on-boarding projects simultaneously in virtual teams, along with Risk Consultants, dedicated to the clients.

Your Key Responsibilities

Take full responsibility and accountability for managing client implementation projects from initiation to seamless transition into operational service Lead the presentation of Implementation Services during pre-sales and contract negotiations with clients and make recommendations on best practice of implementation in order to maximize the likelihood of success.

Prepare and present clear and detailed project plans and solution definitions that comprise all deliverables Understand, analyze and configure technical aspects of the client workflow Organize resources required and establish milestones and timeframes internally and with clients Coordinate internal and external effort to complete all planned tasks and resolve all unplanned issues Communicate project status/issues/risks via appropriate media at agreed frequency Report on project status on a regular basis with all internal and external stakeholders efficiently.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

• Fluency in written and spoken English and is a must.
• Good understanding of financial products is required: equities, fixed income, derivative products and financial risk management Understanding of portfolio management theory and risk management techniques Knowledge of and experience with a variety of information technologies, including portfolio or risk management systems
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational and time management skills 
• Experience in client-facing role in the financial services industry
• Self-reliant, detail-oriented and a fast learner.
• Excellent in team work and collaboration Project management certificate including Agile techniques (e.g. Agile Certification, PMP)

About MSCI

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected] and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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