Program Director - Investment Bank

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank seeks a Senior Program Manager in Cardiff. The candidate will oversee high-value technology programs, ensuring effective governance and risk management while leading transformative initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, extensive experience, and the ability to work with C-suite executives across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-value (£15M+) technology programs.
• Expertise in program governance and risk management.
• Exceptional leadership experience working at C-suite levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage data and cyber security programs within Investment Banks.
• Ensure cost optimization and ROI-driven execution on technology programs.
• Navigate regulatory and compliance requirements in financial environments.

Skills

Program Governance

Risk Management

Agile Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Financial Management

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Program Director - Investment Bank, Cardiff

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

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

This role requires travel to Birmingham, Leeds, and 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.