Program Manager_Digital Banking Kotak 811_0434_1419_1000687

Kotak Mahindra Bank; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotak Mahindra Bank seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead strategic initiatives across multiple functions in Mumbai. You will plan, govern, and drive delivery of large-scale programs while aligning with organizational objectives.

With 8–15 years in program or transformation roles, you will manage budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations, delivering dashboards and executive MIS reports to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 8–15 years of experience in program management, project management, or business transformation roles.
• Proven experience managing large-scale cross-functional programs.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in financial services, banking, fintech, or technology organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define program goals, scope, timelines, milestones, and success metrics.
• Drive end-to-end program execution across multiple projects and workstreams.
• Coordinate with business, technology, operations, risk, and compliance teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation plans.
• Establish governance frameworks and provide regular status updates to senior leadership.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate decision-making through effective communication.
• Track budgets, resource utilization, and overall program performance.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and organizational standards.
• Lead change management initiatives and drive adoption of new processes or systems.
• Prepare and present program dashboards, MIS reports, and executive-level presentations.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional

Stakeholder mgmt

Agile methodologies

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Governance

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Finance

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Description

Role –Program Manager

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead and drive strategic business initiatives across multiple functions. The candidate will be responsible for planning, execution, stakeholder management, governance, and successful delivery of large-scale programs while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define program goals, scope, timelines, milestones, and success metrics.
• Drive end-to-end program execution across multiple projects and workstreams.
• Coordinate with business, technology, operations, risk, and compliance teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation plans.
• Establish governance frameworks and provide regular status updates to senior leadership.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate decision-making through effective communication.
• Track budgets, resource utilization, and overall program performance.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and organizational standards.
• Lead change management initiatives and drive adoption of new processes or systems.
• Prepare and present program dashboards, MIS reports, and executive-level presentations.

Required Qualifications

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• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 8–15 years of experience in program management, project management, or business transformation roles.
• Proven experience managing large-scale cross-functional programs.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in financial services, banking, fintech, or technology organizations is preferred.

Key Skills

• Program & Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Planning
• Risk & Issue Management
• Governance & Reporting
• Budget and Resource Management
• Agile Methodologies
• Business Transformation
• Change Management
• Data Analysis & MIS Reporting
• Leadership and Team Management

Success Metrics

• Timely delivery of program milestones.
• Achievement of business objectives and KPIs.
• Effective risk management and issue resolution.
• Stakeholder satisfaction.
• Budget adherence and resource optimization.
• Process improvement and operational efficiency gains.

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