Program Director

SimCorp•New York, NY

8d•$172,080 - $236,120•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Director is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple client programs within a defined portfolio. This role ensures programs are delivered on time, to scope, and to the agreed quality standards, while maintaining strong client relationships and operational discipline. The Program Director works closely with the Global Head of Onboarding and the Head of Onboarding Americas to translate strategic objectives into actionable delivery plans, driving execution across complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives. Our platform, SimCorp One, is one of the world's leading investment management solutions used globally by international financial institutions and equity funds.

Requirements

Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder program in SaaS, cloud, or technology environments, ideally in FinTech or investment management.
Strong expertise in program/project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement with senior client executives.
Demonstrated ability to drive execution, solve problems in underperforming programs, and improve delivery processes.
Strong communication, reporting, and leadership skills in client-facing environments.
Experience managing multiple programs simultaneously, balancing priorities, risks, and resources effectively.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work on site in the office 2x per week as per our hybrid work model. NYC 3x per week

Responsibilities

Lead multiple client program from initiation through to live operations, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Apply standardized processes, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistency and operational excellence across all programs.
Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and escalations, providing timely updates to the Global Head of Onboarding and the Head of Onboarding Americas, and senior stakeholders.
Serve as a trusted point of contact for client stakeholders across assigned programs, including senior executives.
Maintain clear and transparent communication with clients, ensuring expectations are met
Support sales and pre-sales teams by providing practical insight into program feasibility, timelines, and delivery assurance.
Lead, coach, and develop program managers and delivery leads within the portfolio, fostering a high-performance, client-focused culture.
Work closely with global delivery teams, product owners, and operations functions to ensure seamless, aligned client experiences.
Promote knowledge sharing and cross-program alignment to leverage lessons learned and continuously improve delivery practices.
Translate strategic objectives into actionable program plans, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and client outcomes.
Provide insights and recommendations to the Head of Delivery for portfolio optimization, resource planning, and risk mitigation.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, standardization, and delivery reliability.