Operations/Project Business Manager
400 E 54th St Apt 7B New York City, NY 10022 US
Job Description
Location: Stamford, CT
Reports to: Head of Operations
About the Firm
A multi-strategy asset management firm with several billion under management is seeking an Operations Project / Business Manager. The firm maintains offices across major U.S. and international financial hubs and has been investing institutional capital successfully for nearly two decades. The team combines sophisticated analytics with discretionary judgment to pursue uncorrelated, absolute-return strategies. The culture emphasizes collaboration, independent thinking, and respect for individual contributors within a fast-paced but supportive environment.
Role Overview
This is a hands-on, cross-functional role supporting the modernization and strategic oversight of global operations. The position blends project-based responsibilities with ongoing business management activities. You will help drive operational efficiency, implement new systems across the trade lifecycle, and support executive leadership with metrics, reporting, and vendor oversight.
Responsibilities Project / Process Improvement
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Partner with operations stakeholders to gather and document business requirements with a focus on workflow optimization, STP, and control improvements
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Assist in delivering systems and tool implementations; support testing to confirm alignment with documented requirements
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Contribute to user documentation, training materials, and project status reporting
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Prepare monthly management reporting packages, including key metrics and performance insights for senior leadership
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Track budgets, project costs, and vendor engagements
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Maintain documentation for operational processes, project plans, and departmental reporting
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Support oversight of vendors, including reporting on deliverables and contract metrics
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4–7 years in Operations-focused projects and/or system implementations, ideally within a buy-side trading environment
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities; able to work independently with limited supervision
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Strong analytical and problem-solving orientation
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Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and presentation
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Proficiency with PowerPoint and preparation of executive-level materials
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Solid understanding of securities products—including listed, OTC, and derivatives—and familiarity with the full trade lifecycle preferred
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Knowledge of operations systems such as OMS/EMS, trade capture tools, and/or portfolio management systems strongly beneficial
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Professional, detail-oriented, and highly organized
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Strong written and verbal communication
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Able to take initiative, multitask, and manage time effectively
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Collaborative mindset aligned with the firm’s emphasis on respectful interaction and high performance
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
Meet Your Recruiter
Cara Partovich
VP of Recruiting
A graduate from Penn State where she received her degree in Communications and Business. She has been with TPG since February 2016, and got into recruiting as she has always been intrigued by it. When she is not in the office you can find her hanging in the city or traveling with her husband, baby girl and dog.