VP, Senior Program Director

As a senior leader at Nasdaq, you will be accountable for shaping and delivering large-scale, enterprise transformation programs that advance our position as a global technology company powering markets and economies. This role requires the ability to translate complex business strategies into execution across Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs) and Tier 1 banking clients.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead strategy and execution for large-scale, multi-year transformation programs, ensuring alignment with client business priorities and Nasdaq’s global objectives.
• Represent Nasdaq with senior client stakeholders, including C-suite leaders and steering committees, building trusted relationships and influencing key decisions.
• Establish and maintain strong program governance frameworks, ensuring effective oversight of risk, financials, delivery, and reporting.
• Drive operational excellence across program delivery, including scope, schedule, budget (20M+ annually), and quality management.
• Lead complex transformation initiatives spanning technology modernization, operating model redesign, and regulatory-driven change.
• Build and inspire high-performing, cross-functional teams across geographies, ensuring effective resource planning and delivery discipline.

Requirements

• Extensive (20+ years) leadership experience in program management and transformation delivery within capital markets, banking, or financial market infrastructures.
• Proven success leading large-scale, complex programs across Tier 1 banks or FMIs (e.g., exchanges, clearing houses, custodians, central banks).
• Strong executive presence with demonstrated ability to engage and influence C-suite stakeholders and build long-term partnerships.
• Deep understanding of front-to-back capital markets operations, including trading, clearing, custody, and post-trade processing.
• Demonstrated experience managing large program financials, including budget oversight, forecasting, and commercial governance.
• Exceptional communication, governance, and stakeholder management capabilities in global, regulated environments.
• Must be fluent in Spanish to communicate with clients.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or equivalent senior leadership training.
• Experience delivering enterprise-wide technology implementations and data transformation initiatives.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, MSP, Agile, SAFe).

Schedule

This position offers a hybrid work environment with at least 3 days a week in-office, located in New York City, NY.

Pay

The base pay range for this role is $178,000 - $267,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skill set, experience, education/training, business needs, and market demands.

Benefits

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off.
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts.
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave.
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days.
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive).