Project Manager – Strategic Initiatives

3 Months ago • All levels • Project Management • $160,000 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Project Manager of Strategic Initiatives will be part of the US Business Strategic team, working closely with senior leadership to define, manage, and implement key strategic initiatives. This role demands strategic thinking, excellent execution, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve measurable impact. Responsibilities include leading project execution, collaborating with teams, applying problem-solving, ensuring implementation, defining success metrics, supporting strategic priorities, and monitoring market trends. The role reports to the Director of US Business Strategy in Chicago.
Must have:
  • Experience in a top-tier consulting firm or similar role.
  • Ability to synthesize data and drive data-informed decisions.
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives from planning to execution.
  • Ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders.
  • Track record of delivering measurable impact through project execution.
Good to have:
  • Experience in financial markets, technology-driven business models, or related fast-paced industry.

Job Details

The Project Manager of Strategic Initiatives will be part of the US Business Strategic team and will work closely with senior leadership to define, manage, and implement key strategic initiatives. This role requires a combination of strategic thinking, execution excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to drive measurable impact.

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end execution of high-impact initiatives that align with business objectives, ensuring successful delivery against key milestones.
  • Work closely with leadership, business units, and cross-functional teams to align on project goals, secure buy-in, and drive execution.
  • Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to assess challenges, evaluate opportunities, and recommend solutions.
  • Ensure seamless implementation of strategic initiatives by managing risks, fostering adoption, and embedding change within the organization.
  • Define key success metrics, track progress, and report on project outcomes to leadership.
  • Support the identification of strategic priorities to help IMC achieve its rapid growth ambitions over the next years.
  • Monitor market trends, industry developments, and best practices to inform project execution and strategic decision-making.
  • The role will be part of the business strategy team, locally and globally, and will report to the Director of US Business Strategy in the Chicago office.

Your Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in a top-tier consulting firm (project leader/engagement manager level or equivalent) or proven track record in a comparable role at a top-tier prop trading firm. STEM background strongly preferred (Physics, Math, Econometrics or equivalent)
  • Ability to synthesize complex data, generate insights, and drive data-informed decision-making.
  • Hands-on experience leading cross-functional initiatives from planning to execution, preferably in a dynamic business environment
  • Ability to build strong relationships, collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, from senior executives to operational teams, and influence key stakeholders.
  • Track record of delivering measurable impact through structured and results-oriented project execution.
  • Experience in financial markets, technology-driven business models, or a related fast-paced industry is preferred.

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

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