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Operations Project Analyst

Whitridge
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Operations Project Analyst

Location: Jersey City, NJ | Contract | Hybrid

We are seeking an Operations Project Analyst to join the project team within the Funds Transfer Department of a reputable, well-established financial services company. This role will support a variety of operational projects and initiatives, with responsibilities spanning testing, defect resolution, implementation, and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have experience in custody, funds transfer, investment operations, or a related financial operations environment. Familiarity with the project lifecycle is beneficial, but prior project experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Project & Operations Support

  • Participate in various stages of Funds Transfer projects, including requirements gathering, design, testing, and implementation
  • Assist with test preparation and user acceptance testing
  • Execute test scripts accurately and within established timelines
  • Identify, document, and appropriately escalate defects and issues
  • Assist with defect resolution and follow-up as needed
  • Help identify and resolve project challenges to keep initiatives moving forward
  • Support project implementation activities and reporting
  • Represent the Funds Transfer team on projects led by other departments when needed
  • Complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently to help the team meet project objectives

Collaboration & Communication

  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with team members and internal business partners
  • Communicate clearly, professionally, and constructively with project stakeholders
  • Respond effectively to project team needs and proactively identify potential issues or roadblocks
  • Work collaboratively with others while also being comfortable managing responsibilities independently

Qualifications

  • Experience in custody, funds transfer, investment operations, or a related financial services operations function is highly preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing issues
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Familiarity with the project lifecycle is a plus, but not required
  • Willingness to work a hybrid schedule in Jersey City, NJ

Position Details

  • Contract: 6 months
  • Hours: 35 hours per week, with potential for overtime
  • Work arrangement: Hybrid; the team prefers a schedule of 3 days in the Jersey City office and 2 days remote, though fully remote work may also be considered
  • Contract-to-hire: This is currently a contract-only opportunity. However, the team frequently considers active consultants for future full-time opportunities when FTE positions become available

Please feel free to email Allison Caccese at a.caccese@whitridge.com if you are interested in moving forward. Email is better for her than Handshake messaging.