Accelerated Career Development Program, Project Management Pathway, Senior Associate (AZ)

Vanguard • Scottsdale, AZ • 1h ago

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Scottsdale, AZ

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End Date: October 19, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)

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Position Overview The Project Management Pathway is designed to build foundational leadership skills and execution excellence through hands-on experience supporting key initiatives across the enterprise. Participants rotate through different divisions, take on key assignments, and support long-term strategic projects that will influence the financial futures of our investors . This pathway offers a dynamic and evolving experience where participants develop core skills in pro ject management , stakeholder management , and d riv ing results through others.

Ideal candidates are intellectually curious, highly collaborative, and passionate about building a career in financial services and helping the client.

Ke y Responsibilities

Support the planning and delivery of complex projects and strategic initiatives across unique business areas that will be presented to key leadership

Influence and lead across teams without direct authority, fostering alignment, accountability, and progress toward shared outcomes

Enable effective decision-making by leveraging data, identifying trade-offs, and helping teams prioritize work aligned to strategic goals

Communicate effectively across audiences, translating complex information into clear, actionable updates that drive alignment and commitment

Gain confidence in navigating the ambiguities of the industry while identifying problems, recommending solutions, and improving how the business functions

R equired Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; o pen to all majors, with a strong preference for candidates pursuing degrees in Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, or related fields

S trong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results in a fast-paced setting

Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor for effective interaction with internal crew, stakeholders, and management

Foundational understanding of project management concepts with a proactive mindset toward problem solving, risk identification, and process improvement

Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence leadership and cross-functional teams

Adaptable, intellectually curious, and comfortable navigating ambiguity

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), with the ability to analyze data, create executive-ready reporting, and communicate project progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders

Accelerated Career Development Program (ACDP) Overview:

The?Accelerated Career Development Program is a two-year?immersive?development program that?provides skill?advancement,?mentorship,?real-world experience, and targeted training to accelerate?participants?into project management, sales, or?product?specialist? career pathways . ?These pathways have been intentionally and thoughtfully curated to align with Vanguard's evolving business needs-ensuring we are building the capabilities required for today while preparing?crew and leaders?for?what's?next.?Each participant will rotate through different divisions, take on key assignments, support long-term strategic initiatives, and help shape the experience of our fifty million investors worldwide!?

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

About Us

Vanguard, one of the world's leading investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients' best interests.

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