Senior Cross-Functional Project Manager

Paris, 75, FR

ABOUT CFM

Founded in 1991, we are a global quantitative and systematic asset management firm applying a scientific approach to finance to develop alternative investment strategies that create value for our clients.
We value innovation, dedication, collaboration, and the ability to make an impact. Together, we create a stimulating environment for talented and passionate experts in research, technology, and business to explore new ideas and challenge existing assumptions.

Your Role

To support CFM's growth, we are looking for a Senior Cross-Functional Project Manager to join the Project Management Office (PMO) within the Technology Department. Reporting directly to the Head of the PMO, you will participate in the coordination and execution of various strategic projects across our organization.

Key Responsibilities

Your Mission:

End-to-end management of a portfolio of IT projects according to the needs of the annual strategic plan (trading, data, risk, middle/back office, security, infrastructure), from ideation through to deployment and adoption.
Participate in establishing robust governance, ensuring prioritization, business alignment, and timely/budgeted delivery, while supporting change management.

Your Responsibilities:

- Contribute to the construction of the roadmap for the Research and Technology teams.
- Structure and facilitate project governance.
- Manage priorities, dependencies, budgets, time-tracking, risks, change management, and communication.
- Collaborate with various Technology and Research teams as well as support functions, integrating regulatory and security requirements to ensure the smooth running of projects and alignment with internal policies.
- Measure adoption, contributing to the continuous improvement of project management processes.
- Conduct market watch/benchmarking to enhance the dynamics of CFM's Project Management hub.

Your Skills

Master’s degree (Bac+5) from an Engineering school or University, with a specialization in Project Management or equivalent.
10+ years of experience in IT project management, with a significant portion in a demanding financial environment (ideally buy-side/trading).
Proven experience in both internal IT development AND IT production.
Strong written and oral communication skills (Fluent English required).
Coordination, prioritization, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; proactivity, dynamism, and rigor are essential qualities.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, autonomously and within a team in a complex and demanding environment.
Proficiency in office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
A strong interest in cloud and new technologies (AI, LLM, ML, etc.).
Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, etc.) as well as development (CI/CD, DevOps, etc.) and ITIL production practices.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

We are continuously striving to be an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit any discrimination based on sex, disability, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, or religion. We believe that our diversity, breadth of experience, and multiple points of view are among the leading factors in our success.
CFM is a signatory of the Women Empowerment Principles.