Program Manager

Kestra Financial; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits with a大型雇

401(k)

Health insurance

Collaborative environment

Training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kestra Financial is seeking a Program Manager to lead advisor platform projects reporting to the Head of Advisor Platform Product. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, risks, and deliverables, and provide status updates to executives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of project management experience in software development within financial services, strong stakeholder engagement, and proficiency with Smartsheet/JIRA/Confluence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of project management experience, incl. use of project plans and issue logs.
• Project management experience related to software development.
• Financial services experience.
• Familiarity with .NET framework.
• Desktop and Internet-based applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with CRM systems such as WealthBox and/or Redtail is a plus.
• Experience with at least 4 full life cycle projects, from analysis to completion.
• Forward-thinking, problem-solving mindset with ability to anticipate client and team needs.
• Customer-first attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or a similar client-facing role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project constraints focusing on scope, time, risk, and change.
• Develop project plans using Kestra's tools.
• Lead matrix-structured teams and meetings; manage risks and delivery.
• Provide regular project communications to all levels; deliver presentations as needed.
• Facilitate requirements gathering and help develop project requirements.
• Support business stakeholders with operational readiness plans (testing, training, change management).
• Understand current Advisor Platform projects from strategic and delivery perspectives.
• Support monthly Steer Co decks for Executive Leadership.
• Promote integrity and leadership throughout project lifecycles.
• Organize activities and facilitate presentations and meetings.

Skills

Project management

Financial services

Software development

4+ full life cycle projects

.net framework

Desktop & web apps

MS Office

CRM familiarity (WealthBox/Redtail)

Problem solving

Customer focus

Client-facing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Smartsheet

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Explore Life at Kestra

Kestra Holdings Website: https://www.kestrafinancial.com/

Kestra Holdings offers industry-leading wealth management platforms for independent wealth management professionals nationwide. Kestra is dedicated to empowering independent financial professionals—including traditional and hybrid RIAs—to grow their businesses and deliver exceptional client service. We combine advanced business management technology with personalized consulting to provide unmatched scale, efficiency, and support. Our advisor-focused culture is built on innovation and advocacy, enabling advisors to offer comprehensive securities and investment advisory solutions to their clients.

Lead with Purpose. Partner with Impact.

The Program Manager will report to the Head of Advisor Platform Product. As a Program Manager with Kestra Holdig you will manage all aspects of different projects within the broker dealer. You will help provide programs that support the organizations strategic plans and vision. You will work with business sponsors, technical sponsors, and all other supporting functions to provide high-quality deliverables that track timelines, status, risks and issues.

What you’ll Do:

• Manage all projects constraints, with focus on scope, time, risk, and change.
• Develop project plans using Kestra's choice of software and tools for doing so.
• Manage many different sized project teams in a matrix-structured environment.
• Manage project team meetings, scheduling, risks, and delivery.
• Provide regular project communications to all levels of the company, including some presentations.
• Facilitate requirements gathering and review. Occasionally help develop project requirements to meet the needs.
• Provide support to business stakeholders in the form of operational readiness plans including but not limited to: activities related to testing, training and change management communications.
• Understand all current Advisor Platform projects from a company strategic level and a technical delivery perspective.
• Support production of monthly Steer Co decks for Executive Leadership
• Provide and promote integrity and leadership throughout the life of projects representing business philosophies, protocols, and standards.
• Tactically organize and structure activities.
• Presentation and meeting facilitation

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including the use of project plans and issue logs.
• Project management experience related to software development
• Financial services experience
• Smartsheet, JIRA, and Confluence
• Experience with at least 4 full life cycle projects, from analysis to completion.
• Familiarity with .NET framework.
• Desktop and Internet-based applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with CRM systems such as WealthBox and/or Redtail is a plus.
• A forward-thinking, problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate client and team needs.
• Customer-first attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or a similar client-facing role preferred

Internal Application Policy:

Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.

Benefits to support you:

• Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide)
• 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence
• Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence
• Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses

Kestra Values:

Our Mission is Powering Financial Independence, enabling the growth and success of investing clients and the advisors who serve them. We do that by living our values: Serve, Make it Happen, and One team.

Explore Life at Kestra

Kestra Holdings Website: https://www.kestrafinancial.com/

Careers Portal: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/kestra/KESTRACAREERSITE

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kestra-financial

Disclosure

• You acknowledge that if hired, Kestra Financial, Inc. may, obtain and use background information concerning your credit, character, general reputation, personal characteristics, work habits, performance and experience for evaluation for your potential employment.
• It is the policy of Kestra Financial to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kestra Financial prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.