IT Program Manager

About BNP Paribas India Solutions
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union's leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

About BNP Paribas Group
BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporate and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

About Business Line/Function
Securities services department of CIB

Job Title
Program Manager

Date
02-Jun-2025

Department
CIB 2S

Location:

Chennai

Business Line / Function
Banking Services

Reports To
(Direct)

Head of the Department

Senior Delivery Manager

Grade
(if applicable)

(Functional)

Number Of Direct Reports
Directorship / Registration:

NA

Position Purpose

We are looking for a seasoned IT Program Manager. The IT Program Manager will be responsible for leading and delivering complex IT programs working closely with Global and Local stakeholders. The role requires strong capabilities across Strategic Leadership, Governance, Stakeholder Management, and a deep understanding of Enterprise Delivery in a Global Matrixed Environment.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Delivery of Strategic IT programs and Initiatives aligned with global business objectives
• Act as the primary point of contact between Delivery teams and Global IT and Business Stakeholders
• Develop detailed program plans, budgets, timelines and risk management strategies aligned with Business Goals
• Ensure effective program governance including regular steering committee updates and stakeholder reporting
• Drive Change Management, Stakeholder Alignment and organizational communication
• Coordinate cross functional teams across geographies to ensure timely and high quality delivery
• Track KPI to measure program success

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Required Skills

• Proven experience in managing complex, Multi year IT programs (Infrastructure, Application Development, or Digital Transformation)
• Strong Stakeholder Management especially with across Europe and APAC
• Proficient in Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid Delivery models
• PMP, SAFe or equivalent certifications preferred
• Strong Communication, Analytical, and Problem Solving skills
• Experience with Jira, MS project, Servicenow or Clarity

Custody Expertise:
Knowledge of Trade Settlement, Corporate Actions, Asset Servicing, Reconciliations, and Regulatory requirements. Knowledge of ISO 20022, SWIFT preferred

Platform Modernization:
Experience in re platforming Legacy systems, to cloud native microservices based or API driven Architecture

Data Architecture and Migration:
Understanding of Data Modelling, ETL processes and Governance in Large scale migrations

Experience in Devops and Cloud practices.

Skills Referential
Specific Qualifications (if required)

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Ability to deliver / Results driven

Communication skills - oral & written

Ability to share / pass on knowledge

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

Ability to inspire others & generate people's commitment

Ability To Develop Others & Improve Their Skills
Ability to develop and adapt a process

Analytical Ability

Ability to develop and leverage networks

Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 15 years

Other/Specific Qualifications (if Required)

• Familiarity with Capital Markets Domain – Custody and Settlement
• Familiarity in Java Full stack Technologies