Vice President, Early Careers Program Manager

Bank of New York Mellon • New York, NY

3d • $69,000 - $150,000

About The Position

BNY is seeking an Early Careers Program Manager to join its People, Engagement, & Impact team in New York, NY or Lake Mary, FL. The role owns delivery of assigned pathways or client groups across BNY’s Early Careers programs, executing key milestones, supporting participants and managers, and driving operational excellence. It also identifies and implements improvements that simplify workflows, strengthen execution, and use technology to improve processes and the participant experience.

The position oversees program delivery from prehire engagement through onboarding, induction, learning and development, performance checkpoints, and program completion. It serves as the primary contact for assigned interns, analysts, and managers; coordinates activities and deliverables; supports managers; and partners with stakeholders to keep participants on track. The role also executes performance and talent-planning processes, maintains program documentation and reporting, and uses data, feedback, and digital tools to improve program delivery.

BNY offers competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs, including paid leaves and paid volunteer time. The role may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan and participate in company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans, along with other benefits that may include vacation and sick time.

Requirements

• Five years of experience in early talent programs, recruiting, program management, learning, talent development, or a related field.
• Experience owning and delivering programs or projects with accountability for execution and outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience improving processes and using data, reporting, and technology to strengthen delivery and efficiency.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of assigned pathways or client groups across key program milestones, including prehire engagement, onboarding, induction, learning and development, performance checkpoints, and program completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned interns, analysts, and managers, fostering engagement, resolving issues, and ensuring a seamless experience.
• Coordinate program activities, timelines, communications, and deliverables to ensure consistent experiences and strong execution.
• Partner with managers to confirm role expectations, placement details, and participant support needs, and ensure smooth onboarding and transitions.
• Support learning, engagement, and development experiences aligned with program objectives and core skill development.
• Build working relationships with managers, business stakeholders, and partner teams.
• Provide timely stakeholder updates on program milestones, participant progress, and items requiring action or escalation.
• Provide managers with guidance, communications, and tools to support a strong participant experience.
• Facilitate recurring meetings to review upcoming deliverables, address issues, and drive follow-up actions.
• Execute cohort performance processes, including goal tracking, feedback checkpoints, calibration support, and end-of-program evaluations.
• Monitor participant progress, identify risks or support needs, and partner with managers and stakeholders to take timely action.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow-up actions related to performance and talent decisions.
• Use program data, participant feedback, and operational insights to identify trends and improve participant experience and delivery.
• Identify process improvements, simplify activities, and standardize tools, templates, and ways of working to improve quality and efficiency.
• Use technology and digital tools to improve processes, reduce manual effort, and support an efficient and engaging program experience.
• Implement changes that improve execution and contribute practical solutions to the Early Careers team’s ways of working.
• Maintain program documentation, reporting, and governance requirements with a focus on quality, consistency, and compliance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Benefits and wellbeing programs.
• Paid leaves, including paid volunteer time.
• Possible eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award.
• Eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan.
• Eligible employees may participate in company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans.
• Other benefits may include vacation and sick time, depending on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed