Program Manager Vice President - Citi in Belfast

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi's Program Management Advisory and Execution (PMAE) team. By joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

The Program Management Advisory and Execution (PMAE) is the only enterprise level resource that supports all business units across the bank to plan, execute and govern complex cross-functional initiatives, programs, and projects.

What you’ll do

• This is a mid-level project/program manager role with the expectation to have had a previous experience driving end‑to‑end execution of programs while leveraging a structured PM methodology.
• You will lead cross‑functional projects or programs with a broad impact across the organization and may be required to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You will be expected to be the subject matter expert in project methodology and consistently follow established processes while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• You will be responsible for ensuring all workstream owners within your project(s) are informed and follow established procedures.
• Ensure the consistent quality of deliverables for assigned programs & projects to include providing quality control process for workstreams within your project or program.
• Anticipate problems and proactively identify solutions that address root causes.
• Effectively guide, influence and direct individuals who are responsible for separate work efforts to achieve common goals through influence (matrix management).
• Define program requirements independently and execute.
• Collaborate and consult with executive leadership, stakeholders, project leads, executive leadership, sponsors, and business partners to clarify and define project requirements.
• Provide independent 3rd party challenge for program deliverables, plans and other requirements.
• Demonstrate a command of a subject area with an eagerness to share knowledge with others.
• Solve complex problems and turn incomplete, conflicting, or ambiguous inputs into tactical action plans or solutions.
• Mobilize a diverse set of stakeholder teams toward a common goal.
• Acts as a change catalyst by identifying and helping others see where new ideas can benefit program objectives.
• Drive the pace of work for self and other program resources while independently managing the program holistically.
• Make decisions in end‑to‑end program management, demonstrating ownership of the entire process from beginning to end while developing and implementing program and project level processes and performance metrics.
• Define and provide clarity for program objectives and plans.
• Develop structure & controls around program delivery to ensure successful completion, mitigate ambiguity, and enable effective decision making.
• Establish relationships with all stakeholders to help define the initial scope, timeline, resource needs, and costs (if any) of the projects/program and work with management or project organization.
• Engage key stakeholders early and often and actively look for opportunities to improve collaboration.
• Communicate effectively to distill complex thoughts and strategies into simple, actionable recommendations.

What we’ll need from you

• Experience managing complex projects and programs following a structured methodology.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Technical proficiencies in MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a program in all lifecycle activities associated with projects/programs that are long‑term, line of business wide, and medium to high in risk, scope and complexity with a broad impact.
• Must be able to work at designated Citi location 3 days/week.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification. Or the ability to obtain certification within 1 year of employment.
• Professional experience in a large corporation, within the financial sector is a plus.
• Finance or accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with enterprise program management tools.

What we can offer you

• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure.
• A discretionary annual performance related bonus.
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.
• Access to an array of learning and development resources.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.