Technical Program Director

Technical Program Director

As a Principal Technical Program Manager at the Executive Director level within Chase UK, you will be responsible for leading and managing complex, cross-functional technology programs that help the Technology Organisation achieve its Key Objectives, as well as establishing frameworks for Technical Program Management across the bank. You will work closely with senior leadership, engineering teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful program execution and alignment with business objectives. The role will connect with the wider Program Management Chapter to establish standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership:

• Lead and manage large-scale, complex technology programs from inception to launch, understanding the key phases of a program lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring clear communication and alignment with stakeholders.
• Establish standards for program management within the JPMC framework and improve these over time for the Technology domain.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with senior leadership, engineering teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout the program lifecycle.

Technical Expertise:

• Leverage deep technical knowledge to guide program decisions and challenge engineering planning
• Use technical knowledge to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to help keep the project on track.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Execution and Delivery:

• Oversee program execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Implement best practices in program management, including Agile methodologies, to drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of program managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, promoting professional development and growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in technical program management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex technology programs at scale.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience implementing Agile practices in large organizations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Deep technical expertise and a strong understanding of software development lifecycle.
• Experience in financial services or a related industry is preferred.

Why Join Us:

At Chase UK, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees can thrive. As a Technical Program Manager at the Executive Director level, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative programs that drive innovation and deliver value to our customers. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of banking.

ABOUT US

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

The Digital team is dedicated to creating innovative, industry-leading products and experiences that help customers access, share and control their financial data so they can make smart decisions with their money. Teams enable innovation while adhering to the firm's data sharing principles of security, customer control and convenience, and privacy.

Client-provided location(s): London, United Kingdom

Job ID: JPMorgan-210650811

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-23T19:04:08