Job Description
OverviewA global financial institution is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead a strategic initiative focused on enhancing Payments Controls across Markets Operations. This role will oversee complex cross-functional delivery, strengthen the control framework, and support regulatory expectations across a fast-moving global environment.Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate structured working groups across Operations, Technology, and Risk to ensure clear decision-making, documentation, and follow-up
* Produce high-quality senior-level presentations, reports, and programme updates
* Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and effective communication across multiple business areas
* Oversee programme delivery activities, partnering with Operations, Technology, ORM, and Audit teams to meet milestones
* Create and maintain key documentation including gap assessments, business requirements, testing materials, and closure/sustainability reports
* Work closely with control functions to ensure changes reduce risk and comply with internal delivery standards
About You
* Proven experience delivering large, complex transformation programmes within a global financial services environment
* Strong background in operations, risk management, or technology, within a regulated setting
* Experience working within Markets Risk & Control, with a solid understanding of control frameworks, regulatory expectations, and risk mitigation in market environments
* Skilled in managing senior stakeholders and facilitating cross-functional decision-making
* Confident communicator with the ability to simplify complex topics for executive audiences
* Highly organised, analytical, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
* Programme management qualifications (Prince2, PMP, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma) are essential.
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