AVP - Program Manager at Nasdaq in Australia - Sydney - New South Wales

Job description

• As an AVP - Program Manager reporting to VP – Program Manager, you will be accountable for shaping and executing the delivery of complex technology solutions to world-leading market infrastructure operators and new markets across the globe. This role demands strategic oversight, executive-level client engagement, and the ability to drive high-impact outcomes within Nasdaq's Client Success organization.
• You'll thrive in this position if you bring executive presence, a deep understanding of financial technology, and the ability to mobilize cross-functional teams across borders towards a shared vision.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead end-to-end program strategy for complex technology implementations, ensuring alignment with Nasdaq's global objectives.
• Represent Nasdaq with senior external stakeholders, clients, and internal leadership through structured governance and steering committee engagement.
• Drive financial accountability through rigorous budget creation, tracking, and risk management, including proactive mitigation planning.
• Champion quality assurance and progress reporting standards across all phases of the program lifecycle.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to Project Managers operating under your program governance, helping build capability and foster a high-performance delivery culture.
• Ensure adherence to global delivery standards while adapting to the complexities of international client environments.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in technology project and program management within financial markets or a comparable global industry.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale, complex delivery programs across international, cross-functional environments, with full accountability from initiation to client acceptance.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage credibly with senior clients, suppliers, and internal leadership.
• Proven ability to mentor and uplift Project Managers across complex programs, driving delivery excellence through collaboration and influence.
• Deep understanding of financial technology infrastructure and the full software development lifecycle.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder environments across geographies.
• Experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, including Scrum Master practice.
• Background as a developer, Business Analyst, or Solution Architect.
• The final job level for this position will be determined after evaluating each candidate's experience and skills.
• This position is located in Sydney, Australia and offers a hybrid work environment with at least 2 days per week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.
• Candidates must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be eligible for this role.

Skills

Required

• Financial technology infrastructure
• Software development lifecycle
• Executive presence
• Client engagement
• Budget management
• Risk management
• Quality assurance
• Mentoring
• Communication
• Stakeholder management

Preferred

• Agile methodology
• Waterfall methodology
• Scrum Master practice
• Development background
• Business Analyst background
• Solution Architect background

Benefits

• We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families (where applicable).
• We utilize a structured job architecture and career framework to ensure growth opportunities are transparent, fair, and accessible to all employees.
• For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.