AVP - Program Manager

Nasdaq; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Two days in office per week

Job summary

Nasdaq in Sydney seeks a Senior Program Manager to shape and deliver complex technology solutions for world‑leading market infrastructure clients. Reporting to the VP – Program Manager, you will lead cross‑border delivery, govern programs, and engage executive stakeholders with credibility and strategic insight.

This role drives budgets, risk, and quality across the full software delivery lifecycle, while mentoring Project Managers and aligning with global delivery standards in international

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technology project and program management within financial markets or a comparable global industry.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, complex delivery programs across international, cross-functional environments, with full accountability from initiation to client acceptance.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage credibly with senior clients, suppliers, and internal leadership.
• Proven ability to mentor and uplift Project Managers across complex programs, driving delivery excellence through collaboration and influence.
• Deep understanding of financial technology infrastructure and the full software development lifecycle.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder environments across geographies.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead end-to-end program strategy for complex technology implementations, ensuring alignment with Nasdaq's global objectives.
• Represent Nasdaq with senior external stakeholders, clients, and internal leadership through structured governance and steering committee engagement.
• Drive financial accountability through rigorous budget creation, tracking, and risk management, including proactive mitigation planning.
• Champion quality assurance and progress reporting standards across all phases of the program lifecycle.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to Project Managers operating under your program governance, helping build capability and foster a high-performance delivery culture.
• Ensure adherence to global delivery standards while adapting to the complexities of international client environments.

Skills

Executive presence

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Financial technology

Software development lifecycle

Job description

As a Senior Program Manager reporting to VP – Program Manager, you will be accountable for shaping and executing the delivery of complex technology solutions to world-leading market infrastructure operators and new markets across the globe. This role demands strategic oversight, executive-level client engagement, and the ability to drive high-impact outcomes within Nasdaq's Client Success organization.

You’ll thrive in this position if you bring executive presence, a deep understanding of financial technology, and the ability to mobilize cross-functional teams across borders towards a shared vision.

Key Responsibilities

Define and lead end-to-end program strategy for complex technology implementations, ensuring alignment with Nasdaq's global objectives.

Represent Nasdaq with senior external stakeholders, clients, and internal leadership through structured governance and steering committee engagement.

Drive financial accountability through rigorous budget creation, tracking, and risk management, including proactive mitigation planning.

Champion quality assurance and progress reporting standards across all phases of the program lifecycle.

Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to Project Managers operating under your program governance, helping build capability and foster a high-performance delivery culture.

Ensure adherence to global delivery standards while adapting to the complexities of international client environments.

Required Qualifications

Extensive experience in technology project and program management within financial markets or a comparable global industry.

Demonstrated success leading large-scale, complex delivery programs across international, cross-functional environments, with full accountability from initiation to client acceptance.

Strong executive presence with the ability to engage credibly with senior clients, suppliers, and internal leadership.

Proven ability to mentor and uplift Project Managers across complex programs, driving delivery excellence through collaboration and influence.

Deep understanding of financial technology infrastructure and the full software development lifecycle.

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder environments across geographies.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, including Scrum Master practice.

Background as a developer, Business Analyst, or Solution Architect.

The final job level for this position will be determined after evaluating each candidate's experience and skills.

This position is located in Sydney, Australia and offers a hybrid work environment with at least 2 days per week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Candidates must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be eligible for this role.

Benefits & Rewards

We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families (where applicable).

We utilize a structured job architecture and career framework to ensure growth opportunities are transparent, fair, and accessible to all employees.

For more information, visitNasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.