Program Manager

This is a long term contract position.

The
Program Manager – Compliance & Transformation
is responsible for leading and delivering critical compliance-led strategic initiatives and transformation programs that strengthen, modernize, and future-proof the Compliance function. This role focuses on end-to-end program execution across multiple workstreams, including regulatory remediation, compliance program enhancements, and organizational transformation initiatives.

Working closely with the Director of Compliance Strategy & Operations and senior Compliance leadership, this role ensures timely delivery of complex initiatives aligned with regulatory expectations, enterprise priorities, and the Annual Global Compliance Plan. The Program Manager operates as a hands-on delivery leader, driving change execution, stakeholder alignment, and measurable outcomes across a global, matrixed environment.

What will you do?

• Lead and manage complex compliance transformation programs, including organizational design initiatives, regulatory remediation efforts, and compliance capability enhancements.
• Own end-to-end program delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic objectives, regulatory commitments, and operational efficiency goals.
• Partner closely with the Global CCO, Global Head of Compliance Governance, and Director of Compliance Strategy & Operations to track execution, manage dependencies, and ensure timely completion of priority initiatives.
• Drive structured change management activities, including stakeholder engagement, impact assessments, execution planning, and adoption tracking across the Compliance function.
• Support execution of the Annual Global Compliance Plan by tracking milestones, identifying risks and interdependencies, and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Manage intake, assessment, and prioritization of change requests, evaluating operational and regulatory impacts and developing implementation recommendations.
• Lead continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives to enhance scalability, efficiency, and effectiveness of compliance programs and operating models.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations related to organizational design, transformation readiness, and capability development.
• Support communications and executive reporting for major compliance initiatives, ensuring clear, consistent, and transparent messaging across global stakeholders.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

• Bachelor's degree with
  5+ years of experience
  in program management, strategy execution, or transformation delivery within regulated or complex environments.
• Proven ability to lead large, multi-workstream programs in matrixed organizations with senior-level stakeholder engagement.
• Strong change management capabilities, including organizational design implementation and enterprise-scale transformation delivery.
• Excellent judgment, accountability, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence without authority and manage competing priorities.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex initiatives to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate strategy into executable plans.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• JD or Master's degree.
• Experience within financial services, compliance, risk management, or regulatory transformation environments.

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