Programme Management Lead, Independent Risk, VP (Hybrid)

Citi is looking for a Programme Management Lead to take ownership of complex, cross-functional programmes within its Independent Risk function — a role that directly shapes how risk is governed and managed across one of the world's largest financial institutions. In this position, you will coordinate programme delivery from initiation through to completion, ensuring plans are aligned to business objectives, stakeholders are engaged, and risks are identified and managed proactively. This is a high-impact opportunity to apply your programme management expertise in a fast-paced environment where your decisions carry real weight across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end coordination of a programme or portfolio of programmes, directing day-to-day activities to ensure consistent progress against agreed milestones and business objectives.
• Oversee the creation, review, and sign-off of core programme documentation including the programme plan, charter, benefits management plan, stakeholder management plan, and acceptance plan.
• Ensure all stakeholders are identified early, engaged in scope definition activities, and kept informed of the programme schedule and key milestones throughout delivery.
• Develop and maintain the programme risk management plan, escalating material risks to the Programme Director or Programme Sponsor at the appropriate time.
• Monitor the alignment of programme plans to business requirements, verifying that delivery outputs meet the objectives set out at programme initiation.
• Track resource commitments across programme workstreams and raise concerns where commitment gaps could affect delivery timelines.
• Assess risk considerations in programme decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and maintaining clear, transparent reporting of control issues.
• Identify development needs across assigned programme personnel and make recommendations to support capability-building aligned to delivery goals.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 6 to 10 years of experience in programme or project management, with a track record of delivering complex, multi-workstream programmes in a large organisation.
• Proficiency in both waterfall and agile delivery methodologies, with the ability to apply the appropriate approach based on programme needs.
• Skilled in producing high-quality written materials for senior audiences, including executive summaries and senior management review packages.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across a dynamic and complex programme environment.
• Self-directed and confident making decisions independently, without the need for detailed guidance on every step.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, used to structure and communicate programme information clearly.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Risk, Finance, or Data and Technology functions provides useful context for the environment this role operates in.
• A background in management consulting is an advantage, particularly where this involved coordinating complex stakeholder groups and programme governance.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is valued, though not a requirement for appointment.

What We Offer

At Citi, you will work at the centre of a global organisation where programme decisions have real consequences for how risk is managed across businesses and regions. This role offers meaningful ownership, exposure to senior leadership, and the opportunity to develop your career within a performance-driven environment that values expertise, accountability, and collaboration.

• A hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, supporting a sustainable balance between collaboration and focused work.
• Significant influence over how risk programmes are governed and delivered, with visibility at senior management level.
• Access to learning and development resources that support your continued growth as a programme management professional.
• Wellbeing support and work-life balance initiatives designed to sustain long-term performance and personal effectiveness.
• Competitive financial benefits and a rewards structure that reflects the seniority and impact of this role.
• The opportunity to work across global teams, gaining exposure to the scale and complexity of one of the world's leading financial services organisations.

Apply now to take on a programme management role where your expertise in risk, governance, and delivery will have a direct and lasting impact at Citi.

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Job Family Group:

Project and Program Management

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Job Family:

Project Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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