About the Role

In a world defined by rapid change, evolving market demands, and increasing digital complexity, organizations need exceptional program leadership to ensure that innovation, transformation, and execution move together. Our company operates at the center of the Technology and Financial Services ecosystem a space where agility, operational discipline, and high-quality delivery are essential to long-term success.

We are looking for a Senior Director, Program Management who can lead enterprise-wide initiatives, streamline program governance, and drive large-scale, multi-year transformations. This leader will own strategic portfolios that span product, technology, data, operations, and customer-facing functions—ensuring alignment between vision, execution, and measurable business outcomes.

This role requires a seasoned executive who thrives in high-growth, complex environments; someone who can confidently direct cross-functional teams, enhance program maturity, and create the frameworks that allow innovation to scale. The ideal candidate brings rigor, foresight, and a strong bias for action—balancing strategic direction with operational clarity.

If you excel at solving problems that impact millions of users, enjoy orchestrating high-stakes initiatives, and take pride in elevating program excellence across an enterprise, this role will provide both impact and visibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide program portfolios, ensuring consistent delivery across technology, operations, financial systems, and customer-impacting initiatives.

• Develop and implement advanced program governance frameworks, risk controls, reporting mechanisms, and execution standards.

• Oversee complex, multi-year transformation programs focused on digital modernization, scalability, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

• Align cross-functional leaders (Engineering, Product, Finance, Operations, Data, Legal, Risk) around strategic priorities and resource planning.

• Build and manage program roadmaps, milestone plans, budgets, and performance dashboards.

• Identify cross-program dependencies, anticipate risks, and implement mitigation strategies with executive-level visibility.

• Lead teams of program managers, PMO analysts, and cross-functional contributors—driving accountability, clarity, and measurable progress.

• Serve as the senior escalation point for critical programs; resolve roadblocks using strong stakeholder and change-management leadership.

• Present program health updates, insights, and recommendations to C-suite and Board-level committees.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Program Management, PMO leadership, or enterprise transformation roles.

• 5+ years running large cross-functional programs in Technology, Financial Services, or highly regulated industries.

• Proven success managing complex program portfolios exceeding $20M+ or multi-stream transformation initiatives.

• Deep experience with program governance, risk management, and enterprise delivery frameworks.

• Strong analytical and financial acumen; ability to interpret data, build models, and influence investment decisions.

• Mastery of program management methodologies (Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, hybrid frameworks).

• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills; capable of simplifying complexity for senior stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.

• Experience partnering with C-suite executives on strategic planning, operational alignment, and resource prioritization.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Highly strategic thinker with strong operational judgment and the ability to drive clarity in ambiguous environments.

• Natural leader with exceptional stakeholder management skills and a track record of unifying teams across functions and priorities.

• Strong problem-solver with a passion for structure, process excellence, and repeatable execution.

• Demonstrated ability to inspire trust, lead with accountability, and maintain momentum across fast-moving programs.

• Emotionally intelligent and adept at influencing without authority.

• Comfortable balancing long-term vision with near-term execution demands.

Strategic Support

• Partner closely with C-suite to define enterprise priorities, long-term roadmaps, and transformation requirements.

• Align program execution with financial planning, regulatory commitments, and operational forecasts.

• Drive continuous improvement of enterprise delivery models, tools, and reporting systems.

• Support strategic decision-making through scenario modeling, risk assessments, and actionable insights.

• Enable organizational scalability by standardizing program management practices across all teams.

Working Conditions

• High-visibility executive role operating within a fast-paced, cross-functional enterprise.

• Remote/Hybrid U.S. role with periodic travel to leadership summits, business units, and executive off-sites.

• Requires flexibility across time zones and coordination with distributed global teams.

• Fast, dynamic environment requiring strong prioritization and operational resilience.

Job Function

• Enterprise Program Leadership

• Portfolio Governance & Operational Excellence

• Digital Transformation & Change Management

• Cross-Functional Delivery Alignment

• Resource Planning, Budget Oversight & Risk Management

• Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Compensation & Benefits

Total Compensation Range: $255,000 – $325,000 USD
(includes base salary + annual performance bonus + long-term incentives)

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Employer-matched 401(k)

• Executive-level bonus and long-term incentive participation

• Professional development and leadership training programs

• Generous PTO and executive leave benefits

• Wellness, mental health, and employee support programs

• Additional financial and lifestyle perks aligned with senior leadership roles

Why Join Us

• Lead strategic programs that transform product, technology, and operational ecosystems at enterprise scale.

• Work in the highly attractive Technology + Financial Services sector, where innovation meets long-term stability.

• Shape the program management culture, frameworks, and standards for years to come.

• Collaborate with visionary leaders who value transparency, trust, and modern execution practices.

• Make an impact that influences millions of customers, business partners, and internal teams.

• Join a high-performance environment where your ideas directly contribute to organizational growth and long-term success.