Program Director - Investment Bank

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is searching for a Senior Program Director in Bolton. The successful candidate will oversee high-value technology programs and manage stakeholder engagement at executive levels, focusing on compliance, risk management, and strategic transformations in global banking.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-value (£15M+) technology programs in global banking.
• Experience with program governance, risk management, and agile methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills and experience with C-suite stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value technology programs in Investment Banking.
• Lead compliance with regulatory requirements and ensure cost optimization.
• Oversee cyber security programs and complex technology transformations.

Skills

Program governance

Risk management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Data management

Cyber security programs

Complex technology transformations

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Program Director - Investment Bank, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Program Manager for Investment Bank.

This role requires travel to Birmingham, Leeds, Sheffield offices at least 2 days a week.

We need someone with strong experience in Capacity Management or IT Asset Lifecycle.

Someone who has managed data and cyber security programs within Investment Banks.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience managing high-value (£15M+) technology programs in global banking.
• Strong background in program governance, risk management, and agile methodologies.
• Expertise in handling complex technology transformations, including cloud, AI, data, or enterprise platforms.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience working at C-suite and executive levels.
• Strong financial and budget management expertise, ensuring cost optimization and ROI-driven execution.
• Ability to navigate regulatory and compliance requirements in financial or enterprise environments.