Lead Technical Program Manager - Digital Enablement

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services leader is seeking a Lead Technical Program Manager to spearhead intricate technology projects within a dynamic environment. This role involves developing project plans, identifying risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess expertise in managing resources and stakeholder relationships, alongside proficiency in agile methodologies. The position is based in London, offering an opportunity to influence decision-making and drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Expertise in leading complex technology projects in a large organization.
• Proven track record of managing resources and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated capability in applying problem-solving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project plans using Agile frameworks.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program scope.
• Assess program performance and implement optimizations.
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies within the team.

Skills

Technical program management

Stakeholder management

Analytical reasoning

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

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Job Description

Leverage your deep technical expertise and leadership to guide cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

As a Lead Technical Program Manager within Digital Enablement, Payment Technology, part of Commercial and Investment Bank, you will spearhead the delivery of intricate technology projects and programs that propel the firm\'s business objectives forward. You will leverage your profound knowledge of technical principles, practices, and theories to devise innovative solutions, while adeptly managing resources, budgets, and high-performing teams. Your exceptional analytical skills and adaptability will empower you to navigate uncertainty and change, ensuring that technology initiatives are in harmony with business goals. With your advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, you will cultivate productive working relationships and influence decision-making to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans using Agile frameworks and methodologies, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery of technology solutions
• Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing contingency plans to maintain project and program momentum
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to define program scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals
• Utilize advanced analytical reasoning to assess program performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in a large organization
• Advanced expertise in stakeholder management, with the ability to establish productive working relationships and influence decision-making across cross-functional teams and clients
• Advanced experience in utilizing technical fluency, including knowledge of vendor products and managing vendor relations, to enable on-demand access to shared pools of applications and services
• Proven track record of effectively managing resources, budgets, and high-performing teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to break down business, technical, or operational objectives into manageable tasks and activities

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world\'s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants\' and employees\' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan\'s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.