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TD Bank Project Delivery Lead, Futures - TD Securities in New York, New York

Work Location :

United States of America

Hours:

40

Line of Business:

TD Securities

Pay Detail:

$190,000 - $215,000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. The included salary range for this role takes into account multiple factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As TD puts career development at the forefront of our colleague experience, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role

Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications:

TDS USA LLC is a group mandated with end-to-end process enhancements to enable effective and efficient risk management from a management and regulatory perspective in TD Securities. The team continues to expand to execute new products, partnerships and enhancements to build the business while maintaining within the risk appetite.

The team partners closely with stakeholder groups from across TD Securities including Front Office, Technology, Compliance, Finance and Accounting, Credit and Market Risk and Model Development, and Treasury and Balance Sheet Management.

The Project Delivery Lead (PDL) will lead initiative(s) in Cleared Derivatives.

This will involve:

  • Accountability for leading the end-to-end delivery across all business and technology aspects of the project with a delivery operating model to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and scalability

  • Facilitating the breaking down of project vision and roadmap into component parts that can be executed through Rapid, TD Agile PDLC delivery approaches as appropriate

  • Providing leadership to technology and business partners to turn requirements into delivery with analyses and recommendations for solutions that meet business objectives with in a timely and cost-effective manner.

  • Managing resource plan, issues, risks and financial plans to support the roadmap.

  • Anticipating issues, trends and the potential impact and timely resolution of impediments, while effectively managing the program schedule (releases) and financials and ensuring continuing review and prioritization.

  • Coordinating with the respective enterprise control partners (e.g., EPDE, Strategic Sourcing Group, Legal, TRMIS, OCDO. etc.) to appropriately select, engage and manage external service providers as required

  • Demonstrated ability to consistently apply expert judgment with available information when proposing solutions/recommendations

  • Demonstrated ability to formulate cohesive recommendations regarding delivery approach after consultation with key stakeholder groups on estimated effort, resource availability, cross-program dependencies and other implementation constraints

  • Ability to create and foster a cohesive team, and promote a positive work environment for all employees.

  • Ability to think strategically and possess strong business acumen

  • Proven ability to stay focused under pressure, demonstrating resilience in challenging situations

  • Ability to clearly communicate complex financial concepts and garner consensus on implementation methodology from all key stakeholders

  • Aptitude for amalgamating and interpreting large volumes of information, identifying key clarifications required, and formulating next steps to proceed.

  • Building trust with stakeholder groups and maintain good working relationship with other departments.

Job Requirements:

  • Subject Matter Expertise with extensive product knowledge of cleared derivatives (ie Futures, Swaps, Options) within Global Markets; full life cycle of trade; industry standard infrastructure, regulatory parameters and operating model expertise

  • Knowledge of project delivery methodologies (including PDLC and TD Agile scaling frameworks)

  • Knowledge of risk framework and metrics

  • Passion to succeed, results-oriented

  • Strong communication skills

  • Ability to build and motivate teams

  • Entrepreneurial mindset

  • Drive for continuous improvement

  • Prior experience with delivering major product and/or regulatory programs and/or infrastructure implementations is an asset.

  • In-depth familiarity with market risk, valuation, data science or accounting concepts obtained through previous experience in a capital markets function.

Education Requirements:

  • University degree or equivalent

  • CFA or FRM designation an asset

  • Masters Degree in related discipline an asset

The Director, Change Delivery-TDS leads, manages, and supports the end-to-end delivery of projects and major strategic and cross-functional initiatives across the dealers that are high in complexity and major in scope.

Depth & Scope:

  • Ensures end-to-end delivery of projects

  • Works in close partnership with all project stakeholders to align plans, timelines, expectations and deliverables to meet project's objectives

  • Uses negotiation and influencing skills to build consensus amongst diverse stakeholder groups to ensure project deliverables are met

  • Ensures projects are delivered based on agreed scope, agreed timeline and approved budget

  • Manages resolution of issues and risks effectively and if required ensures timely escalation of the issues and risks

  • Communicates effectively project status communication to stakeholders

  • Manages project financials and benefits realization

  • Creates and maintains comprehensive project management artifacts as required by project governance standards

  • Considered as a subject matter expert on practices, procedures and principles of project management

  • Manages projects through Project Management Life Cycle including Planning, Execution, Control and Closure of projects

  • Manages / oversees testing deliverables for the project including: testing strategies, planning, preparation and execution activities, review and sign-off of testing documentation

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

  • 7+ Years of Prior Experience

  • Outstanding record of project management success preferably in Capital Markets, both in results achieved and in use of professional methodology especially using Agile approach

  • Strong project management skills and demonstrated experience

  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Pro-active in developing and implementing strategies that significantly mitigate risk

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

  • Domestic Travel – Occasional

  • International Travel – Never

  • Performing sedentary work – Continuous

  • Performing multiple tasks – Continuous

  • Operating standard office equipment - Continuous

  • Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional

  • Sitting – Continuous

  • Standing – Occasional

  • Walking – Occasional

  • Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional

  • Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional

  • Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never

  • Squatting – Occasional

  • Bending – Occasional

  • Kneeling – Never

  • Crawling – Never

  • Climbing – Never

  • Reaching overhead – Never

  • Reaching forward – Occasional

  • Pushing – Never

  • Pulling – Never

  • Twisting – Never

  • Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous

  • Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous

  • Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous

  • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more (http://hrportal.ehr.com/tdtotalrewards)

Additional Information:

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com . Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Federal law prohibits job discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability and genetic information.

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