Strategic Program Director

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • Jersey City, NJ

2d

About The Position

The Strategy and Execution team is responsible for defining and articulating the
Chief Data Office vision and strategy, and executing on strategic initiatives to
deliver on the  Chief Data Office roadmap. The team leads strategic projects
that enable Lines of Businesses and Corporate Functions with the tools and
solutions to achieve AI-ready data, and effectively and efficiently manage data
and privacy risk.

As a Strategic Program Director within the Firmwide  Chief Data Office, you will
be responsible for program managing transformation initiatives that deliver new
and enhanced products, solutions, operating models and processes aligned to data
across the Firm. You will program manage large strategic change initiatives from
initiation through to completion, including program planning, requirements
analysis, co-ordination with Product and Technology teams, as well as firmwide
groups, for design, development, testing, and implementation, managing
transition / go-live phases.

Requirements

• 10+ years of industry experience and BS/BA degree or equivalent experience/ Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, Math, Engineering, Data Science or other related area .
• Experience managing strategic or transformational change, or product development
• Demonstrated ability to manage tight delivery timelines, and ensure our organization is on track to execute and deliver strategic change that meets our goals
• Ability to build consensus and progress initiatives in a highly collaborative, cross-functional and matrixed environment
• Ability to influence people at all levels across a broad variety of functions
• Excellent leadership skills – of programs, projects, teams and/or employees and strong communication skills and ability to articulate complex ideas and challenges in a succinct way
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• A strong data, analytics or product background is important
• Experience and technical knowledge of data management and governance, big data platforms, or data architecture preferred
• MBA and/or advanced degree from a top-tier program
• Lead design workshops and brainstorming sessions – comfortable with public speaking

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic change initiatives end-to-end from initiation through to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Gather, synthesise and prioritise requirements from Lines of Businesses, Corporate Functions and firmwide stakeholders
• Partner with Product and Technology teams, along with firmwide groups, to oversee the design, development, testing, and implementation of initiatives, managing all phases of execution and transition/go-live.
• Develop business cases for strategic programs and acquire the necessary funding to deliver the roadmap
• Communicate the strategic roadmap and priorities to key stakeholders and senior management
• Establish governance frameworks to oversee delivery of the strategic roadmap, ensure stakeholder engagement and alignment, and deliver status updates
• Program manage large cross-functional teams across the firm and drive accountability with Lines of Businesses, Corporate Functions and firmwide stakeholders to deliver expected outcomes
• Identify potential roadblocks/emerging risks and escalate issues as needed
• Design program success measures and metrics aligned to organizational goals, and communicate progress and related reporting to senior executives
• Develop and maintain deep relationships with stakeholders across lines of businesses and functional areas
• Lead high performing strategic execution teams and effectively drive the team towards delivery milestones and Coach other team members and contribute to the wider group’s objectives

Benefits

• We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location.
• Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.
• We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility.
• These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more.
• Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level