
Implementation Associate
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Technology: As a market-leading Software as a Service (SaaS) company, the Implementation Associate will be working with cutting edge technology solutions.
- Client-facing skills: Day-to-day responsibilities involve communicating with clients, both on the phone or via email.
- Private Capital Markets: To speak confidently and authoritatively to our clients, the Implementation Associate must either have knowledge in, or be willing to learn about private equity and investment banking front office business operations.
- Data: Analyzing and understanding client data is an important factor that influences a client's system design; as such, the Implementation Associate must be eager to understand data relationships and the interplay between data and business requirements.
- Lead multiple client implementations concurrently with accountability for client communications, weekly status reports and escalation mitigation updates
- Lead requirement gathering sessions onsite at client offices or virtually via web conferencing and/or client offices; consult on documentation of client requirements
- Serve as Subject matter expert in configurating platforms based on client requirements
- Actively develop and execute global design concepts based on client requirements
- Lead and consult on complex QA for client sites
- Analyze client legacy data sets to understand the impact of the data on system design
- Utilize Microsoft Excel to map, collate, and normalize and import disparate data sets
- Consult and develop mitigation strategies for client escalations as necessary
- Responsible for internal project management task completion, including but not limited to:
- Keeping internal systems updated
- Accurate and timely entry of utilization hours
- Project Timelines
- Ensure all in-scope requirements are met during implementation
- Budget
- Actively develop and execute global design concepts based on client requirements
- Provide consultative system design and industry best practice recommendations
- Actively participate and in scoping and Order Form completion
- Support/Mentor new hire(s) and Associates
- Participate and lead industry deep dives for onboarding new Implementation team members
- Actively coach team members on understanding the impact of data on system design
- 3-6 years of demonstrated successful experience working within a software implementation project-based environment or within Private Equity or Investment banking industry with strong knowledge of business processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or equivalent related experience
- Understanding of Private Equity and Investment Banking use cases
- Subject matter expert for most verticals, e.g. Fund of Funds, Credit, Real Estate, Lending
- Demonstrated successful experience working within a software implementation project-based environment
- Successful experience with client interaction, building and maintaining relationships
- Deep understanding of specific use-cases
- Ability to provide sufficient level of consultative service
- Proven experience in leading client meetings and providing effective internal and external communications
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Passion for delivering high quality outcomes using strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving situations and work under tight deadlines
- Strong sense of ownership over work
- Willingness and love of learning new technology, new processes and procedures, and new business models to create value for our clients
- 2-4 years of experience with DealCloud product; understanding of DealCloud product best practices or Relational database knowledge
- Demonstrated experience in some type of leadership role within a team or project
- Proven ability to mentor and lead teams of analysts and associates to increase their knowledge and quality of delivery
- Master's degree preferred
- SQL preferred
- Expand Your Skills: Unlock your potential with professional development opportunities supported by a community of experienced professionals. We offer reimbursement for training and continuing education to help you stay ahead in your career.
- Enjoy Where You Work: Thrive in our modern, open offices designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. Our complimentary lunches and fully stocked kitchens ensure you have everything you need to stay energized throughout the day.
- Support What Matters Most: Our comprehensive wellness and flexible time off programs and our benefits are designed to care for you and your family. Our family-formation benefits and support during your family-building journey ensure you have the resources you need when it matters most. We believe in giving back and supporting our communities with paid volunteer time off and a donation matching program for the causes you care about.