Technology Program Mgr

TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM MGRWHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Position is responsible for the planning and successful delivery of long term and / or complex technology projects or programs in a specific business unit while leading matrixed project team members that are each responsible for elements therein. This includes building technology project governance structures and delivery plans to enable fulfillment of articulated business goals. Role is instrumental in driving and tracking project activities, schedule, scope, and budget, as well as negotiating changes in plans and effective communication with all stakeholders. Success of technology project outcomes will be measured by the degree with which the initiative was delivered within time line expectations, budget and scope.What you will doIndependently manages multiple highly complex long-term projects and/or programs with significant impact on business processes and technology used firm wideInfluences strategic direction and develops tactical plans with substantial latitudeProvides comprehensive solutions to complex problems and has extensive contact with internal clients and the businessIndependently manages complex projects and programs from proposal and requirements definition to project planning and implementation, using broad and extensive input from industry and/or business unit subject matter expertsIndependently manages highly complex technical project, program and/or portfolio budgetsIndependently drives and manages technical project, program and/or portfolio activities relating to meeting objectives, budgets, scope, quality standards and schedulesPerforms project risk assessments, including identifying key risk factors, providing effective mitigation strategies and assigning contingency action plans to both schedules and budgetsAble to translate business requirements to technical requirements by ensuring the resulting technology solution meets all functional and non functional requirements Drive technical conversations within the team, coordinating and contributing to technical deliverables including architectural diagrams, technical specifications, testing plans / methodology and launch criteriaManages projects and teams, including applying established methodologies, using change control templates and processes; managing time and recording activities using defined scheduling tools; monitoring budgets; coordinating resource acquisition and utilization; serving as a liaison with internal customers and external suppliers; and communicating regularly with project stakeholders.Interfaces with all levels of management throughout the bankDisplays creativity when designing solutions to problemsCreates formalized reports and presentations and presents them to senior and executive level managementCreates effective governance structures and routines that consider strategic goals, existing project portfolios and multi-divisional impactsContributes effectively to the collective team effort and offers ideas and solutions to complex problemsRecognized as a trusted mentor and leader throughout the bank and is a credible role model to junior staff and peersLeads Solution selection and implementation which impacts critical Bank units or functionsParticipates in long-range planning and development of application or product roadmaps with business ownersMust-Have*Bachelor's Degree or equivalentMinimum of 7 years of experience managing highly complex technical projects involving large teamsMinimum of 2 years technical program and/or portfolio manager experienceSkills and Knowledge2 or more years of banking or financial industry experience preferredPMP certification preferredAgile Scrum Master Certification preferred2 years of Agile Scrum Master experience preferredExpert professional with deep expertise or unique industry knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways. Develops resolutions to critical issues and broad matters.Is recognized as an expert within the company both within and beyond own functionPreferred to have industry knowledge to support the design and/or vendor product selection to solve corporate wide issues or enhancementsMust be extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of program management methodology, project management tools and techniques across all project activitiesExcellent presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to articulate and clearly communicate complex problems and solutions in a simple and logical mannerWell-developed analytical skills and demonstrated ability to provide clarity to complex issues and synthesize large amounts of informationMust be able to create highly complex MS Project plans, MS PowerPoint decks and Excel workbooksCompensationStarting base salary: $122,535 - $208,715 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualificationsThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues. Get an inside look at our Benefits and Perks.INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENTCity National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.ABOUT CITY NATIONALCity National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $92.03 billion in assets as of April 30, 2024. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $96.83 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2023 alone, the company made more than $11 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves. *City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.For more information about City National, visit cnb.com.