Associate Director, Business Transformation Project Manager

What You'll Do

Project Management & Execution

• Identify, mobilize and drive cross-functional projects from conception through completion
• Manage project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications
• Coordinate with various departments including Technology, Operations, Compliance, Risk, Finance, Legal
• Track project metrics and provide regular status updates to senior leadership
• Ensure projects align with strategic business objectives and regulatory requirements

• Conduct comprehensive process mapping and workflow analysis across departments
• Identify bottlenecks, redundancies, and optimization opportunities using data-driven approaches
• Develop visual process maps and workflows to drive decision-making
• Break down complex operational challenges into manageable, actionable components
• Design and implement streamlined processes that enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk
• Support with technology-driven transformation initiatives
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials

• Support OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework implementation and tracking
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives across all business pillars and functions

Experience & Background

• 4-6 years minimum of project management and/or business transformation experience
• Financial Services industry experience required
• Proven track record in structured finance, capital markets, or fintech environments preferred
• Process Mapping Expertise:
  Proficient in creating visual workflows using tools like Visio, Lucidchart, or similar platforms
• Project Management:
  Experience with managing and executing multiple projects at once
• Problem Decomposition:
  Ability to break complex problems into smaller, manageable work streams
• Data Analysis:
  Comfortable with Excel, process analytics tools, and basic SQL knowledge preferred
• Documentation:
  Strong technical writing and process documentation skills for creating documentation, process guides, and training materials
• Preferred
• PMP or Prince2 Qualifications
• Knowledge of structured finance products (commercial paper, swaps, derivatives)
• Experience with regulatory frameworks (SEC, MiFID 2, SBSD, CFTC) a plus

• You operate as a self-starter, taking initiative and driving work forward independently while maintaining strong alignment with stakeholders.
• You approach problems with a structured, solutions-oriented mindset, proactively identifying inefficiencies and driving practical, effective resolutions.
• You are highly execution-focused, with a hands-on approach and a bias toward delivering outcomes rather than just coordinating activity.
• You maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency even in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• You communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization, translating complexity into actionable insights and maintaining transparency on progress and risks.
• You are adaptable and responsive, able to operate effectively in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities and competing demands.

Nearwater Capital is a rapidly growing and innovative specialty finance company headquartered in New York City with a global presence and client base. Established in 2017, Nearwater has distinguished itself as a leader in delivering thoughtful, solutions-based financing to some of the largest financial institutions and financial services firms in the world.

Nearwater offers an attractive market compensation and benefits package. As a creative, intellectual capital firm, Nearwater is proud to be 100% work from office.