Project Manager

About CMC Markets Stockbroking

CMC Markets Stockbroking offers retail and wholesale brokerage, including trading, clearing, and settlement of global equities, options, funds, and cryptocurrencies. It also provides white and grey label platforms and services for banks and intermediaries. The company prides itself on an award-winning trading experience powered by continuous technology development across three proprietary front-end platforms, including mobile apps, alongside optimized back-office systems.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will spearhead the definition and execution of projects within the CMC ANZ Programme, handling B2B projects and distinct business, legal, or compliance initiatives. This role requires end-to-end ownership of project activities delivering business and technology solutions aimed at achieving CMC's strategic goals. Stakeholder engagement spans internal teams, external vendors, and partners to ensure timely delivery aligned with specifications. Projects range from compliance, remediation, enhancements, to new business opportunities, often within an agile framework. An experienced professional with 5-6 years of financial sector project management is ideal, demonstrating robust fundamentals, governance, and adaptability to manage diverse project types.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into actionable project plans aligned with organizational roadmaps.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and external partners to maintain project momentum and timelines.
• Track progress, manage dependencies, and escalate risks and issues as necessary.
• Produce and maintain comprehensive project documentation, status reports, and plans.
• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, testers, and stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes.
• Assist in business case development and document expected benefits and project outcomes.
• Plan and coordinate training and rollout efforts focusing on operational readiness and solution stability.
• Apply change management principles to facilitate solution adoption.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews, capture lessons learned, and integrate improvements.
• Work alongside Marketing to manage project branding, collateral, and client communication deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with CMC Markets’ regulatory, legal, and data protection standards, securing necessary approvals.

Qualifications and Skills

• 5 to 6 years of experience managing projects or technology deliveries, preferably within financial services.
• Solid understanding of project management fundamentals, governance, planning, and best practices.
• Exposure to both agile and waterfall methodologies and full software development life cycle.
• Proficiency in Jira and Confluence for project tracking and collaboration.
• Adept at juggling multiple projects simultaneously and adjusting to shifting priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication aptitudes and aptitude to engage various stakeholder levels confidently.
• Self-driven and hands-on with the ability to own projects and propel them forward.
• Experience in leading teams to achieve high-quality deliverables under tight schedules.
• Understanding of client experience and usability considerations for websites.

Desirable Attributes

• Background in wealth management, retail or institutional stockbroking, banking, or online trading.
• Familiarity with AWS Cloud technologies.
• Knowledge of ASX or CHESS platforms.
• Relevant project management certifications such as AIPM, PMP, or PRINCE2 Practitioner.
• Agile certification.
• Degree in business, technology or equivalent relevant experience.

Employee Benefits and Culture

• Additional leave entitlements including 5 extra days annually (My Days), 5 extra days after one year, birthday leave, and a free annual charity day.
• Staff and family access to $0 brokerage trades on domestic and international equities through CMC Markets Invest.
• Continuous learning opportunities covering technical and performance skills development.
• Access to a dedicated benefits and wellbeing platform offering retailer discounts and physical and mental health resources.
• Collaborative environment with a five-day in-office workweek.
• Office perks including complimentary breakfast cereals, condiments, coffee, and a vibrant culture club with diverse social and fitness activities.

Additional Information

CMC Markets promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity and uniqueness and encourages applicants even if they do not perfectly match the criteria. The company maintains vigilance in recruitment processes and protects applicants' personal information. Communications regarding recruitment will only be conducted by authorized company representatives using official channels. Applicants should beware of fraudulent communications requesting sensitive data prior to employment offers.