The Data & Analytics Program Manager is responsible for leading the successful execution of enterprise-wide data and analytics initiatives.
This role ensures alignment between business priorities, technology delivery, and governance standards.
The Program Manager will oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, driving measurable business impact.
Reporting to the Chief Data & Analytics Officer, this position resides within the PMO and plays a key role in program governance and execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of data and analytics programs.
- Define program scope, goals, and success metrics aligned with organizational strategy.
- Manage dependencies across initiatives and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
- Adhere to PMO standards and utilize portfolio management tools and templates.
- Navigate complex organizational structures and build stakeholder alignment.
- Drive initiatives forward with minimal oversight in dynamic, matrixed environments.
Stakeholder Alignment
- Partner with business leaders, technology teams, and governance bodies to align program objectives.
- Facilitate communication between data engineering, analytics, governance, and business functions.
- Serve as the central point of accountability for executive-level program reporting.
Governance & Standards
- Ensure alignment with enterprise data architecture, governance, and security standards.
- Collaborate with compliance teams to embed regulatory requirements into delivery.
- Manage internal resources, contractors, and vendor partners.
- Oversee program budgets, contracts, and resource allocations for efficiency and value.
- Identify risks, issues, and dependencies across projects and develop mitigation strategies.
- Escalate critical risks with recommended solutions to leadership.
- Partner with senior leadership to define and track KPIs aligned with business objectives.
- Ensure programs contribute to trusted data, actionable insights, and regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7–10 years of experience in program/project management, with 3–5 years focused on data and analytics or technology programs.
- Strong program management expertise and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience in navigating complex organizational environments and driving cross-functional alignment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in financial services, wealth management, or regulated industries.
- Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Azure, Snowflake, Databricks).
- Knowledge of data privacy and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, SEC, FINRA).
- Exposure to value realization frameworks (e.g., ROI reporting, benefits tracking).
- Understanding of data modeling, data management, and data lineage concepts.
- PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe, PMI-ACP).
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