Front-Office Implementation Consultant

Front-Office Implementation Consultants

Location: Remote - US-Based

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Please note: This posting represents a pipeline role for upcoming consulting projects. We’re always excited to meet strong candidates and will reach out when a relevant opportunity becomes available.

About Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we empower the world’s leading asset managers and asset owners with the intelligence they need to stay ahead. For nearly 30 years, and with a global presence, we’ve combined expert consulting with proprietary research and industry benchmarking to help top-tier investment firms make smarter, faster decisions. Our global team is known for its deep domain expertise, collaborative spirit, and relentless curiosity. As we expand into new markets and capabilities, now is the perfect time to grow your career with a company that values insight, innovation, and impact.

As we expand our reach and deepen our impact, we’re looking for a Front-Office Consultant who thrives in dynamic environments, solves complex challenges with creativity, and brings a team-first mindset. If you’re ready to accelerate your career while helping our clients evolve, we’d love to connect.

Why Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we believe people do their best work when they’re trusted, supported, and empowered to thrive - wherever they are.

• Established credibility, entrepreneurial spirit – Founded in 1998 and backed by Nomura Research Institute (NRI), we blend the stability of a global research and technology powerhouse with the agility of a small, fast-moving firm.
• Global reach - We partner with leading investment firms across North America, EMEA, and APAC, giving you meaningful exposure and exciting challenges.
• Fully remote, fully connected - We’re a remote-first company with a flexible work model and a deeply collaborative culture.
• Growth-focused - From client exposure and internal knowledge groups to tailored learning paths, we invest in your development from day one.
• Performance-driven, people-first - We offer competitive pay, bonuses, profit sharing, and benefits that support your whole self.
• A culture that values people - We take pride in our thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive environment. We’re a team of individuals who care deeply - about our work, our clients, and each other.

Whether you’re launching your consulting career or bringing decades of experience, Cutter is a place where you can thrive.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the configuration and implementation of front-office platform modules, including: Portfolio Management, Trade order management and settlement, Security Master maintenance, Compliance rule setup, Client account and relationship management
• Serve as a key point of contact for client stakeholders, driving discussions to capture business requirements and translate them into functional system workflows
• Conduct system demonstrations and walkthroughs tailored to portfolio managers, traders, compliance teams, and operational users
• Support and guide clients through user acceptance testing (UAT), issue resolution, and readiness assessments
• Deliver end-user training and contribute to the creation of process documentation and best practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, data, and integration teams to ensure successful platform deployment

Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience with a broad functional understanding of the entire front-office workflow?(PM modeling, trading, compliance, post-trade)
• Implementation experience with a front-office platform (ideally CRD, Aladdin, Bloomberg AIM, etc.)
• A business-facing background would be ideal - you have worked directly with Portfolio Managers, Traders, Compliance Officers, not just IT.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage client relationships with minimal oversight
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design effective front-office workflows
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills across both technical and business audiences
• Deep understanding of investment management front-office operations, including trading, portfolio construction, and compliance
• Prior experience implementing front-office investment platforms (e.g., OMS/PMS systems) in a consulting or enterprise environment

Benefits at a Glance:

Our benefits vary slightly by location but are designed to support your health, financial wellness, and life outside of work. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and profit-sharing opportunity
• 401(k) match (U.S.) or Superannuation contributions (Australia)
• A generous paid time off package that includes vacation days, sick leave, company holidays, and time off for volunteering
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S.), or regionally competitive coverage (U.K. and Australia)
• Long-term disability and life insurance fully paid by the company (U.S.)
• Flexible work model - fully remote with optional access to co-working spaces or offices
• Global collaboration and travel opportunities across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

Compensation: The anticipated base compensation range for this role is $130,000-$160,000 plus bonus and profit share, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, market conditions, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined based on individual background and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.