JPMorgan Wealth Management Solutions ConnectWealth Program Manager - Vice President 

United States, New York, New York 

716255518

Job Description:

As the VP, PMO, you will work hand-in-hand with the Program Lead to ensure seamless coordination across workstreams, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and maintain unwavering focus on delivering business value. You will be instrumental in establishing a robust PMO function that provides transparency, governance, and strategic direction to this high-profile program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead a best-in-class PMO function that serves as the nerve center for the ConnectWealth program
• Partner with the Program Lead to develop and execute the overall program strategy, roadmap, and delivery plan
• Drive rigorous program governance, including risk and issue management, change control, and executive reporting
• Proactively monitor and manage cross-functional dependencies, ensuring seamless integration across workstreams
• Lead the development and implementation of a robust change management framework to drive adoption and business readiness
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing strategic insights and recommendations to drive program success
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and agility within the program team
• Mentor and guide junior team members, nurturing the next generation of leaders

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial services, with deep expertise in wealth management or investment management
• 6+ years of proven success leading complex, cross-functional programs or PMOs, preferably in a technology or operations transformation context
• Deep knowledge of program management best practices, including Agile methodologies, risk management, and change management
• Strong technical acumen with experience in software development life cycle (SDLC), systems integration, and data management
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint)
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive decision-making
• Highly influential communicator with the ability to engage and align stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams in a matrixed environment
• Strong business acumen and understanding of wealth management products, operations, and technology
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering) or equivalent experience; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PMP) strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data-driven decision making and familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI)
• Expertise in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure), microservices architecture, and API management
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Agilist (SA), or similar Agile certification
• Prior experience leading PMOs for large-scale, enterprise-wide transformation programs in financial services
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive process optimization in a fast-paced, dynamic environment