Transformation Reconciliations Data Program Director

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The Securities Services Operations Transformation Office is embarking on a strategically important global, multi-year programme to improve operational scale and efficiency and drive improved margin and profitability for the lines of business.

As a Transformation Reconciliations Data Program Director within our Securities Services Transformation team, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and overseeing the execution of strategic transformation initiatives. You will have the opportunity to partner closely with various teams to define, solution, and deliver the Program Vision. Your role will involve fostering the use of data, AI / ML, and Automation technologies to enhance operational efficiency and promote strategic decision-making. This role provides an exciting opportunity to lead change and promote continuous improvement within our organization.

• Lead and manage the program portfolio of projects/streams, ensuring alignment with strategic program objectives and delivery of expected outcomes towards OKRs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including senior executives, to ensure alignment and buy-in for transformation initiatives.
• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, including regular reporting on project status, risks, and issues to senior stakeholders and executive committees. Lead and oversee consolidation of materials for Senior Management updates on the Program, ensuring outstanding quality tailored to the needs of specific audiences.
• Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning to ensure projects are adequately staffed and resourced to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.
• Identify, assess, manage risks and issues, implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working across the Securities Services division.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance project management methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Oversee Investment Process, ensuring coordination & consistency across Change Leads in meeting program deadlines. Partnering with Finance and Business Management to ensure central tracking of cost & benefits at a program level, and as a subset of overall Securities Services PnL.
• Play a pivotal role in driving and overseeing the execution of strategic transformation initiatives within our Securities Services division with a focus on Reconciliations.
• Partner closely with Change Leads, Operations, Technology, and Business Sponsors to define, solution, and deliver the Program Vision, supporting consolidation & tracking of execution plans, building a data-driven decision-making organization, and owning reporting at the Program Level.
• Play a crucial role in fostering the use of data, AI / ML, and Automation technologies to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, and drive strategic decision-making.

• Extensive experience in project management within the financial services industry, with a focus on securities services or related areas.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation programs and delivering successful outcomes.
• Strong understanding of securities services operations, products, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders at all levels. Ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated collaboration, teamwork, and leadership capabilities and the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their best.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Understanding of the value of a process-centric approach to business analysis and capability development.
• Working knowledge of digital tools like Xceptor, Alteryx, AI & Machine Learning.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA, CFA, or relevant professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is preferred.
• Ability to synthesize information from diverse sources, resolve conflicts, and convert high-level concepts into actionable strategies.
• Ability to have an AI-centric approach in solving issues and supporting data strategy.