Program Director

Program Director

Birmingham, UK (3 days weekly from office)

Permanent

Responsibilities

• Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization
• Plan the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones and processes
• Develop or approve budgets and operations
• Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements
• Supervise all program and project managers involved to provide feedback and resolve complex problems
• Discover ways to enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and people
• Apply change, risk and resource management principles when needed
• Read reports prepared by managers to determine progress and issues
• Ensure program operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies
• Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations

Requirements and skills

• Hands-on experience in financial services or banking environments is mandatory.
• Proven experience as program director or other managerial position
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
• Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting and budgeting Working knowledge of MS office and program management software (e.g. Basecamp, MS Project etc.)
• A business acumen with a strategic ability Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills