Position: Program Manager / Delivery Lead (VP Level) || Whippany, NJ || No H1B Duration : 12 month project
Location : Whippany, NJ Hybrid (Must be local to NJ)
Visa : No H1B
Note:- Linkedin profile is a must.
Job Description:-
About the Role
Barclays is seeking a senior Program Manager / Delivery Lead to manage large-scale change programs with a focus on regulatory compliance, sustainability, and cross-functional governance. In this high-impact role, you will oversee multi-year initiatives that support Barclays strategic goals while ensuring programs are delivered on time, in scope, within budget, and in compliance with internal policies and global regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead stakeholder engagement: Manage collaboration across multiple teams on obligations under the EU AI Act and other change initiatives.
- Drive governance: Lead working group discussions, follow up on actions, and provide timely KPI reporting to leadership.
- Deliver programs: Manage plans, budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Change enablement: Facilitate communication, training, and adoption of new practices to embed changes across the business.
- Risk & control: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks while strengthening governance frameworks.
- Strategic influence: Provide thought leadership, coach junior specialists, and guide long-term direction.
Role Expectations
- Shape strategy, design solutions, and deliver continuous improvement across functions.
- Act as a subject matter expert, guiding structured, multi-year assignments.
- Advise and influence senior stakeholders, including functional leadership teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across business areas to align with strategy.
- Apply deep analysis and innovative problem-solving to create effective solutions.
What You ll Bring
- Proven large-scale program management and governance expertise.
- Strong ability to quickly learn and navigate new subject areas.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
- Experience engaging senior stakeholders across Business, Technology, Operations, Risk, and Compliance.
Preferred Background
- Knowledge or experience in:
- Sustainable Finance
- Financial Regulation
- Risk & Control Frameworks