Overview
The Programme Manager will oversee the Payments Portfolio for a UK Digital Bank, leading various projects including Debit Card Modernisation and Digital Channel integration. This role involves managing a team of Project Managers and requires a deep understanding of end-to-end Payments processes, along with excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills. Working closely with third-party suppliers, the Programme Manager will be pivotal in driving strategic initiatives and ensuring successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Payments Portfolio, overseeing all related programmes and projects.
- Manage a team of Project Managers, providing guidance and strategic oversight.
- Engage with stakeholders and ensure effective communication across projects.
- Oversee technical delivery and integration with third-party suppliers.
- Implement project plans and ensure adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Monitor project progress and address any issues that arise.
- Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on project outcomes.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Programme Management within the banking sector, ideally at a challenger bank or Fintech.
- Extensive knowledge of end-to-end Payments processes.
- Strong technical delivery background from a project/programme perspective.
- Experience managing a team of Project Managers.
- Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with digital payment solutions such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.