Strategic Enterprise Risk Program Manager

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing Services; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a mission-driven organization to hire a Program Manager – Enterprise Risk in a hybrid Tysons, VA role. You will translate strategic objectives into programs, align cross-functional teams, and drive delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in program or project management, strong Agile/Scrum experience, and financial services exposure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Program and/or Project Management experience.
• Financial Services industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Experience operating in high-profile, stakeholder-intensive environments.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic objectives into detailed work plans, timelines, and task assignments.
• Manage multiple concurrent initiatives, including dependencies, risks, and delivery milestones.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, and delivery roadmaps.
• Deliver concise, executive-level updates on project status, risks, and outcomes.
• Establish governance structures, reporting cadence, and performance tracking mechanisms.
• Facilitate stand-ups, execution reviews, and decision-making forums.
• Coordinate stakeholder communications, governance materials, and executive presentations.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution.
• Proactively identify, manage, and escalation risks impacting project delivery.
• Coach team members and contribute to successful achievement of program objectives and KPIs.

Skills

Program management

Agile & Scrum

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Prioritization

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a mission-driven organization to hire a Program Manager – Enterprise Risk in a hybrid Tysons, VA role. You will translate strategic objectives into programs, align cross-functional teams, and drive delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in program or project management, strong Agile/Scrum experience, and financial services exposure.