PGIM-Manager, Global Business Enablement, Business Initiatives & Insights

Job Classification: Corporate - Administration A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!  If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! What you will do PGIM is seeking a Business Initiatives & Insights Manager to join our Global Business Enablement team within Real Estate.  This role offers the opportunity to lead the implementation of strategic and operational initiatives, including cutting-edge projects related to establishing a more flexible and scalable information management platform in line with the firm’s technology roadmap. The role will support the global COO team in leading teams to identify and implement operating efficiencies, overseeing vendors to implement tools and processes while identifying and mitigating operating risks. The role will also partner with the business to achieve global strategic priorities by bridging business and functional areas to further automation, increase efficiency, improve the client and employee experience, and modernize our technology platform. This role provides the opportunity to support the evolution and growth of the real estate business and client base. PGIM provides a welcoming and collaborative culture that is committed to developing and retaining talent. Ideally the candidate will be based in Newark, NJ or New York, NY (with requirement to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week) but we will consider candidates in other US office locations or alternative work arrangements. What you can expect Provide support for and lead project management execution for global strategic initiatives. Provide project management discipline and structure to keep initiatives on schedule and within scope. Leverage fluency in Microsoft tools to maintain project documentation including project plans, issues lists, meeting agendas/notes, and action item trackers. Utilize business writing and story-telling capabilities to create high-quality presentation decks and other messaging to articulate strategy and direction, facilitate decision-making, and build consensus. Develop relationships with key stakeholders and work with cross-functional teams to resolve outstanding issues. Facilitate sessions to bring issues to resolution. Provide / suggest solutions while working collaboratively to reach consensus. Deliver actionable business insights that highlight opportunities, impact, and inform decisions. Support business engagement through transparent communication and targeted training. Build in-depth knowledge of the real estate business, products, systems, and operations and draw on that knowledge and problem-solving skills to create strategies for moving forward initiatives and identifying and resolving potential issues and/or interdependencies. Build a detailed understanding of internal and external data sources and uses and utilize that knowledge to provide recommendations for how to improve data flows, enhance processes, and enhance our systems infrastructure. Partner with the business and with our Technology team to implement or enhance strategic systems. Define requirements, evaluate tools, assess costs, and develop and manage implementation plans. Create and/or review cost/benefit analyses to determine whether to move projects forward. Ensure initiatives are delivered on time and on budget. What you will bring Bachelor’s degree required. MBA preferred. Minimum of 5 years of related experience with at least 3 years in a project management or management consulting role within the financial services industry. Experience in real estate investment management preferred. Technologically savvy with innovative mindset and advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools, Power Apps a plus. Passionate about leveraging the latest technologies to improve productivity and using data to make fact-based decisions. Demonstrated proficiency in executing agendas aligned with business strategy. Strong communicator with executive presence - an ability to read a room, convey a message succinctly, and tell a story effectively using tools such as MS PowerPoint. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Team player with an ability to build partnerships and influence across all levels of the organization. Impeccable judgment to handle sensitive information. Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex business issues. Experience with process improvement / process optimization preferred. Desire to build a deep understanding of the real estate investment management business and learn all aspects of real estate operations. High energy, enthusiasm, initiative, curiosity, and eagerness to learn. Self-starter with ability to work independently while communicating frequently. What will set you apart Self-motivated with perseverance, and a hands-on, proactive style Proficiency in Argus Enterprise *PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply. Note : Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $140,000 to $160,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geo