Schonfeld Director – Corporate Strategy & Transformation leads strategic initiatives and a team of Business Analysts at Schonfeld. Responsible for portfolio-level planning, program execution, and stakeholder engagement across the firm.
Responsibilities
Corporate Strategy & Transformation is responsible for delivering Schonfeld's highest priority strategic initiatives across our Investment, Operating, and Management Company platforms. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Strategy & Transformation, the Director – Corporate Strategy & Transformation will lead a growing team of Business Analysts and Senior Business Analysts based onsite in our 590 Madison Avenue, New York City office. You will shape the group’s vision, oversee portfolio-level planning, and ensure flawless execution of cross-functional programs that drive the firm’s long-term strategy. Our team manages a diverse range of cross-functional projects from planning to execution, connecting the firm's business strategy across the Front, Middle, and Back Office.
In this position you will partner with executive leadership, particularly the COO and CTO to translate firm-level objectives into actionable roadmaps, OKRs, and success metrics. You will drive executive-level transparency by creating compelling analysis, steering weekly program reviews, and escalating risks with clear mitigation plans. Our ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing projects and teams within the financial services industry and demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position is an exciting opportunity to lead transformation initiatives that directly impact Schonfeld's sustained long-term success.
Qualification
Deep understanding of marketsWe’d love if you hadAdvanced data literacyAt Schonfeld
Required
Exceptional leadership and people-management skills; ability to inspire, coach, and hold teams accountable.
8+ years of experience leading large-scale strategic programs within financial services or management consulting, with at least 3 years managing teams.
Outstanding communication and influencing abilities; comfortable presenting to executive-level stakeholders.
Deep understanding of markets, the trade lifecycle (including EMS, OMS, PMS, and trade settlement/matching), and hedge-fund operating models.
We’d love if you had:
Advanced data literacy; able to rapidly interrogate data, craft compelling narratives, and drive insight to action.
Hands-on experience with Objectives and Key Results (OKR) frameworks across cross-functional teams.
Commitment to continuous improvement and passion for developing talent.
Familiarity with applying AI/ML techniques to streamline workflows and uncover strategic insights.
Schonfeld is a global multi-manager hedge fund that strives to deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns for our investors. We leverage both internal and external portfolio manager teams around the world, seeking to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We draw from decades of experience and a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics to invest across four main strategies: Quant, Tactical, Fundamental Equity and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income.
At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls.
