Infrastructure Programme Manager (Banking)

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple IT programs/projects ensuring timely and on-budget execution.
• Develop comprehensive program plans including milestones deliverables and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage project scope schedule and resources ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with technical teams including software engineers IT architects DevOps and infrastructure teams.
• Monitor and control program budgets risks and progress providing regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Lead change management activities to ensure smooth implementation and adoption of new systems.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as a point of contact between business leaders IT teams vendors and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across teams managing expectations and resolving conflicts.
• Provide detailed program reports and dashboards to senior leadership ensuring transparency and alignment with business goals.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify assess and mitigate risks and issues that could affect project success.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans adjusting the program plan as needed.
• Resolve escalated issues providing leadership and guidance to the project team.

Technical Leadership:

• Ensure that technical solutions meet business needs and are aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
• Guide technical teams in solution design deployment and troubleshooting.
• Provide input into long-term technology strategy identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Mentor and lead project managers and other IT professionals promoting best practices in project and program management.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team encouraging innovation and collaboration.