Program Management Lead

Citi

. Support planning, directing, and coordinating day-to-day activities of running a program or portfolio of programs .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $97,360 - $146,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including risk management, stakeholder engagement, and resource planning. Proficient in assessing program plans and ensuring alignment with business objectives while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementRisk ManagementStakeholder EngagementContract AdministrationBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Program Plans AssessmentBenefits Management PlansStakeholder Management PlansIssue Logs ManagementResource PlanningCost-Benefit AnalysisRisk Management PlansNegotiation SkillsCommercial AwarenessKnowledge of Laws and Regulations

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsDiplomacy SkillsInfluencing SkillsGuidance and LeadershipPerformance Evaluation

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 6 Licensing/Registration

Industry Keywords

Program CoordinationComplianceEthical JudgmentStakeholder IdentificationResource Commitment Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support planning, directing, and coordinating day-to-day activities of running a program or portfolio of programs
Apply in-depth understanding of subfunction integration and contribute to objectives of the entire function
Assess creation and signoff of program plans, charters, benefits management plans, stakeholder management plans, acceptance plans, and central program issue logs
Oversee program plans to ensure they meet business needs
Ensure stakeholders are identified, included in scope definition, and understand schedules and milestones
Work with the Program Sponsor to align business-case cost-benefit analysis with business objectives
Ensure program areas are appropriately staffed and monitor resource commitments
Escalate program risks to the Program Director or Program Sponsor
Create program risk management plans
Work with procurement to create, administer, track, and close program contracts
Recommend training and development needs for assigned personnel
Evaluate subordinate performance and recommend pay increases, promotions, terminations, and other personnel actions
Direct the supported area through delivery of end results and shared responsibility for budget management and resource planning
Ensure essential procedures are followed and contribute to defining standards
Assess risk in business decisions, drive compliance, apply ethical judgment, and escalate, manage, and report control issues transparently

Requirements

What you’ll need

6-10 years of experience
Negotiate skills with external parties.
Series 6 licensing/registration
Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, potentially Masters degree
Basic commercial awareness
Developed communication and diplomacy skills
Ability to guide, influence and convince colleagues and occasional external customers
In-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the subfunction
Ability to assess program plans, charters, benefits management plans, stakeholder management plans, acceptance plans, and issue logs
Ability to manage program risks, contracts, staffing, resources, and budgets
Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, and company policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays