Senior IT Program Manager – Strategy & Delivery

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Sr Manager, Program Manager in Chicago, IL to lead the IT Projects group. You will oversee the planning and execution of multiple complex projects, coordinating with senior business areas and IT management to meet objectives.

Responsibilities include directing staffing decisions, managing budgets, and aligning programs with risk, compliance and corporate strategy. A strong leader with excellent communication, negotiation and strategic planning skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires college or university degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• At least five, typically seven or more years of diverse technology experience.
• At least three years supervising technical staff.
• Ability to interact with senior business areas and IT management.

Responsibilities

• Manages the business unit's IT Projects group(s) and directs activities.
• Oversees planning, directing, and budgeting for programs.
• Tracks progress and communicates results to top management.
• Develops and maintains corporate systems architecture for IT projects.
• Determines staffing needs and allocates resources.
• Drives strategy to meet business objectives and risk/compliance goals.
• Supports career development and diversity programs within groups.
• Coordinates risk management and compliance initiatives across programs.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Conflict management

Strategic planning

Education

College degree in Computer Science

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Sr Manager, Program Manager in Chicago, IL to lead the IT Projects group. You will oversee the planning and execution of multiple complex projects, coordinating with senior business areas and IT management to meet objectives.

Responsibilities include directing staffing decisions, managing budgets, and aligning programs with risk, compliance and corporate strategy. A strong leader with excellent communication, negotiation and strategic planning skills is essential.