Change Governance & Portfolio Management (f/m/x)

Deutsche Bank AG; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Life insurance

40% remote work

Meal vouchers

Bonuses for referrals

Job summary

Deutsche Bank AG seeks a VP-level leader to establish and operate governance, portfolio management, and change programmes across the organisation. You will partner with senior leadership to translate priorities into actionable governance, planning and delivery across business, technology and control functions.

The role requires capabilities in data-driven decision making, PMO excellence and change management within financial services, with a focus on strategic transformation and risk awareness.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in transformation, governance, PMO or portfolio management leadership roles.
• Proven track record managing large, cross-functional change portfolios.
• Experience working directly with senior executives and leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of financial services, regulatory and control environments.
• Strong strategic planning and transformation capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the Change Governance framework, standards and operating model.
• Manage governance forums, steering committees and decision-making processes.
• Maintain oversight of the change portfolio, including priorities, milestones, risks, issues, dependencies and resource demand.
• Drive portfolio planning, prioritisation and investment governance.
• Support senior leadership through management reporting, strategic reviews, communications and follow-up of key decisions and actions.
• Own and drive consistent adoption of project, programme and PMO standards and best practices across the organisation.

Skills

Transformation leadership

Governance

PMO

Portfolio management

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Strategic planning

Leadership

AI tools usage

Tools

PMO tools

Job description

Job Description

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation. We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas. Group COO - Global Procurement ( GP ) enables Deutsche Bank ( DB ) to optimize supplier relationships to meet its strategic objectives We partner across the bank to develop and execute strategies to meet our business requirements We apply our understanding of the supply market and specialized procurement capabilities to optimize value created We enable the bank to access suppliers by identifying and mitigating vendor risks We manage the platforms to enable efficient purchasing of goods and services Within GP, the Procurement Transformation Remediation (T R) team underpins and enables the ambitions of GP through partnering and strong alignment across the function to deliver transformation, defining learning development and unlocking value creation. They cover Data Analytics, Product Management, Strategic Procurement Process, Performance Governance, Strategy Engagement and Group Vendor Management Office, Third Party Contracting, and Contingent Workforce Management. The Vice President, Change Governance Portfolio Management is responsible for establishing and operating the governance framework that enables successful delivery of the organisation s strategic transformation agenda. The role provides leadership across change governance, portfolio management, strategic planning and project management practices, ensuring that priorities, resources, risks and dependencies are effectively managed and translated into successful business outcomes. The position acts as a key partner to senior leadership, driving execution discipline, transparency and organisational effectiveness across the change portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the Change Governance framework, standards and operating model.
• Manage governance forums, steering committees and decision‑making processes.
• Maintain oversight of the change portfolio, including priorities, milestones, risks, issues, dependencies and resource demand.
• Drive portfolio planning, prioritisation and investment governance.
• Support senior leadership through management reporting, strategic reviews, communications and follow‑up of key decisions and actions.
• Own and drive consistent adoption of project, programme and PMO standards and best practices across the organisation.
• Lead capability‑building, coaching, training and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
• Embed strong disciplines across planning, stakeholder management, dependency management, risk management and benefits tracking.
• Support the development and execution of strategic objectives and transformation roadmaps.
• Coordinate annual planning, leadership priorities and portfolio reviews.
• Track execution against strategic goals and drive accountability for delivery.
• Facilitate cross‑functional alignment across business, operations, technology and control functions.
• Support organisational effectiveness, communications and change adoption initiatives.
• Lead governance, PMO and portfolio management resources.
• Build strong relationships with senior business, technology and control stakeholders.
• Influence strategic decisions through data‑driven insight and governance transparency.
• Represent the organisation in governance and portfolio oversight forums.

Skills

• Extensive experience in transformation, governance, PMO or portfolio management leadership roles.
• Proven track record of managing large, cross‑functional change portfolios.
• Experience working directly with senior executives and leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of financial services, regulatory and control environments.
• Strong strategic planning and transformation capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, particularly at senior leadership level.
• Strong project, programme and portfolio management knowledge.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, dependency management and benefits tracking.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to prepare executive-level materials.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data‑driven insights to support strategic decision‑making.
• Ability to work effectively across business, operations, technology and control functions.
• Strong leadership, coaching and capability‑building skills.
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.

Well‑being Benefits

• Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.
• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions.
• Show your positive attitude, determination, and open‑mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.
• Physically thriving: We support you in managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check‑ups.
• Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well‑being.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
• Hybrid working model with 40% remote work.
• Options for flexible working hours.
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.
• Financially secure: We support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.
• Competitive income, performance‑based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals
• We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
• Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people.
• Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
• We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.