Senior Program Manager

Nomura Holdings, inc.•New York, NY

35d•$225,000 - $285,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Management Office serves as the strategic execution engine for NAM International, translating enterprise strategy into coordinated action across the organization. Reporting to the CEO and integrated into the weekly SWAT team, the BMO drives day-to-day execution of transformation initiatives, manages cross-functional dependencies, and ensures alignment between strategic priorities and operational delivery. The Program Manager is a senior role within the Business Management Office (BMO), responsible for driving execution of NAM International's most critical strategic initiatives. Reporting to the Global Business Manager and working closely with the NAM International Executive Management team and their Business Leads. This position requires an individual who can navigate complexity, build alignment across diverse senior stakeholders, and maintain momentum on multiple high-impact programs simultaneously.

Requirements

15+ year experience, with a minimum of 5 years in Asset Management, in delivering complex, high-impact initiatives that advance business objectives.
Proven ability to translate strategic vision into actionable plans and drive execution across the organization.
Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously, driving alignment across project teams on timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
Experience coordinating cross-functional efforts to achieve organizational priorities.
Experience managing large, cross-functional teams and improving operational efficiency.
Skilled at optimizing business processes and removing barriers to execution.
Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels, from project teams to senior executives and board members.
Builds strong relationships that enable effective decision-making and progress.
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Assist the business leads with managing program budgets and resource allocation decisions that maximize ROI.
Proactive in identifying potential risks to program success and developing mitigation strategies.
Balances risk considerations with business needs to maintain forward momentum.
Skilled at navigating complex, ambiguous situations and making sound decisions quickly.
Brings structured thinking to unstructured problems.
Ensures accuracy and quality across all program deliverables while maintaining focus on strategic outcomes.
Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments where priorities shift and flexibility is essential.
Demonstrates high ethical standards and sound judgment, particularly when engaging across diverse stakeholder groups and business units.
Clear, concise communicator who can distil complex information for varied audiences and drive alignment through effective messaging.

Nice To Haves

Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.
Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations.
Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity.
Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing.
Foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).

Responsibilities

Manage a high-performing transformation team members, including PMO, project managers, business and process analysts
Provide strategic oversight and governance of critical initiatives which may include 3-5 year strategic plan, operating model redesign, and/or inorganic acquisition integration
Support in embedding Nomura’s program governance framework with clear milestones, accountability, business outcomes, and escalation protocols
Monitor cross-functional workstream performance, ensuring alignment to strategic objectives and driving resolution of critical risks and blockers through senior stakeholder engagement
Drive accountability across project teams, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and timelines
Serve as the central point of coordination for strategic initiatives, connecting workstreams and ensuring alignment across business units, central functions, IT and support teams
Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders across Nomura including EMEA and AEJ
Identify conflicts in priorities, resources, or approach; escalate critical decisions with clear recommendations
Ensure program governance is operational with proper communication plans in place to keep stakeholders informed, engaged, and aligned
Work with the Global Business Manager to prepare executive-level updates, including but not limited to monthly governance material and change orders
Facilitate working groups and steering committees to help drive decision-making and maintain momentum
Embed Nomura’s framework to track and measure progress against strategic business objectives
Monitor program health through KPIs/Business Outcomes, milestones, and budget adherence; provide early warning on risks/issues and recommend course corrections
Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement, where applicable
Analyze new initiatives, organizational design options, vendor optimization opportunities, and cost structure improvements
Support business case development and investment decisions with rigorous analysis and clear recommendations
Identify process improvement opportunities and work with teams to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency