Program Manager, Credentialing

FINRA

. Execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for assigned credentialing programs .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,500 - $211,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management within the securities and financial industry, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, project execution, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in developing communication strategies and evaluating program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.

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Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder CollaborationCommunication Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProgram EvaluationTest DevelopmentData AnalysisRegulatory Knowledge

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAnalytical Skills

Industry Keywords

Securities IndustryFinancial RegulationBroker-Dealer OperationsFINRA ComplianceInvestment Restrictions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for assigned credentialing programs
Achieve goals supporting credentialing program development and maintenance
Evaluate programs including the Maintaining Qualifications Program, Exam Validity Extension Program, Academic Outreach Program, and client-owned qualification programs
Identify improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements aligned with strategic priorities and goals
Manage day-to-day operation, scope, dependencies, deliverables, and quality of assigned programs
Develop and manage communication and marketing efforts
Evaluate communication and marketing effectiveness and development opportunities
Develop program end-of-life plans when necessary
Serve as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders
Collaborate with clients, regulators, and other industry stakeholders
Track and maintain program status and report outcomes
Assist with preparation and distribution of reports to relevant parties
Facilitate project prioritization discussions and determine the annual project roadmap
Manage test development and delivery services for clients
Facilitate meetings, communicate issues, and respond to inquiries and requests
Serve as escalation point and subject matter expert for novel issues
Proactively propose resolutions to mitigate risks and issues affecting programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the securities/financial industry and/or program management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge and technical skills related to project management
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and execute against tight deadlines in multiple areas with different requirements
Knowledge of, and experience with, the regulation and operation of U.S. broker-dealers
Familiarity with the broader landscape of financial regulation
Exceptional verbal, written and organizational skills
Ability to articulate matters with a high degree of complexity
Critical thinking, research and analytical skills
Ability to recognize and understand relationships and impacts between different regulatory areas
Ability to collaborate in-person and virtually
Compliance with FINRA’s Code of Conduct, investment restrictions, financial disclosure requirements, and Employee Confidentiality and Invention Assignment Agreement
Travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus eligibility
Overtime pay eligibility for non-exempt employees
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life insurance
Spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Long-term care insurance
Business travel accident insurance
Legal insurance
Immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match
Eligibility for an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits
Adoption assistance
Backup family care
Surrogacy benefits
Employee assistance and wellness programs
15–25 days of paid time off
5 personal days
9 sick days
2 volunteer service days
Military leave
Jury duty leave
Bereavement leave
Voting and election official leave
Care of a family member leave
Childbirth and parental leave
9 paid holidays