Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives at Paxos in New York, NY

We are looking for a Strategic Initiatives Project Manager to join our rapidly growing FinTech Company. This individual will be responsible for supporting strategic projects that are high priority and cross functional. The role will both track and execute on such projects, completing key deadlines and utilizing resources efficiently. This cross functional role will be a key contributor in helping Paxos scale our operations to meet our customer demand.

What you will do:

• Execution
• Serve as a resource to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, COO, or other executive sponsors to spearhead and execute on strategic projects
• Coordinate across teams with various stakeholders to complete complex projects on time
• Partner with executive sponsors to scope project objectives and timeline expectations
• Manage other strategic initiative associates and analysts
• Tracking
• Inventory and track new project requests, and help prioritize them against existing projects
• Provide visibility and clear communications on project status to executive sponsors and stakeholders
• Stakeholder management
• Escalate and problem solve with executive sponsors when projects are at risk, have roadblocks, or are running long
• Challenge stakeholders where necessary and ensure projects are being completed properly

What you will need to have:

• Five years experience in consulting, project management or strategic initiatives type role
• Ability to manage stakeholders across the organization to drive mission critical projects to completion
• Understanding of how to manage various types of projects from kick-off to completion
• A strong management presence and ability to rally the team around project needs and deadlines
• Ability to get your hands dirty and create leverage on projects by bringing your unique expertise and willingness to learn the moving parts
• A bachelor's degree in business, technology or related field
• Experience in FinTech or financial services is a plus
• Strong writing capabilities and experience with engaging regulators / auditory examiners a plus