Program Management Lead

About the role

The Program Management Lead is responsible for supporting planning, directing, and coordinating day-to-day activities of running a program or portfolio of programs. They oversee the creation and signoff of various plans and ensure all stakeholders are included and understand the program schedule and key milestones.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning, directing and coordination of day-to-day activities of running a program or portfolio of programs.
• Affirms creation and signoff of program plan and charter, benefits management plan, stakeholder management plan, acceptance plan, and central program issue log.
• Oversees program plans meeting business needs as described in the program initiation documents.
• Ensures all stakeholders are identified and included in scope definition activities and understand the program schedule and key milestones.
• Works with Program Sponsor to ensure business case cost benefit analysis is in line with business objectives.
• Ensures all areas of the program are appropriately staffed.
• Maintains monitoring of program commitment from those assigning resources.
• Escalates program risks to the Program Director, or Program Sponsor, when appropriate.
• Creates the program risk management plan.
• Collaborates with procurement team to create, administer, track, and eventually close program contracts.
• Directs area supported through responsibility for delivery of end results and shared responsibility for budget management; accountable for resource planning.
• Ensures essential procedures are followed and contributes to defining standards.
• Appropriately assesses risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conducting and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience
• Negotiate skills with external parties.
• Required Licensing/Registration: Series 6

Education

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, potentially Masters degree
• Project Planning & Initiation: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Project Execution & Monitoring: Lead and motivate project teams to ensure efficient task completion. Monitor project progress, track key milestones, and manage risks and issues proactively. Implement effective change management processes.
• Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, vendors, and team members. Facilitate clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Budget & Resource Management: Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure optimal utilization of resources. Forecast resource needs and make adjustments as necessary.
• Quality Assurance & Risk Management: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.
• Project Closure: Oversee formal project closure activities, including final reporting, lessons learned, and release of resources.
• Methodology & Process Improvement: Contribute to the development and implementation of project management best practices, tools, and methodologies.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to project team members and junior project managers. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Job Family Group

Project and Program Management

Job Family

Program Management

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Meridian Idaho United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$97,360.00 - $146,040.00

Additional Information

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

[Not specified]

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