Program Manager

Join Mizuho as a Program Manager! The America’s Program Management Office Governance and Reporting team provides end-to-end oversight of the Mizuho Americas change portfolio from Demand intake, prioritization and approval through project execution, change management, and closure. This role is based in the Demand Management team and has the unique opportunity to perform a hybrid governance function that combines Demand Management, day to day program oversight, and ongoing program portfolio reporting in the Americas Program Management Office. The primary function of this role is to ensure project sponsors and managers are adhering to firmwide standards and procedures as the projects progress through the lifecycle and to provide or support standardized reporting activities. Major Responsibilities: Support project intake and update process, ensuring communication with stakeholders is seamless and standardized to maintain processes that support effective prioritization Review and constructively challenge Demand submissions to ensure projects are aligned to defined strategic targets, impact on the organization is well understood, and obtain appropriate approvals Develop robust working relationships with stakeholders of all levels in the firm Maintain data quality for Mizuho’s portfolio of change initiatives Provide appropriate information and updates for senior management and other key stakeholders. Provide end-to-end governance and oversight on projects, Demand Process and Portfolio Management Provide governance oversight and coaching for multiple high impact programs, including review and evaluation of project quality, artifacts, adherence to firm standards, and status Deliver weekly Tower and / or Business project and portfolio reporting Engage internal clients to understand their needs and where and how to provide governance and support. Create impactful presentations using PPT and Visio for senior management, training and new rollouts Manage meeting communications and documentation- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with different stakeholder audiences. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field 5-9 years’ work experience in a Demand, Business Project Manager, Program Management Office, or Business Analyst capacity Exceptional stakeholder management skills including experience working across multiple functions, committees, and areas Superior communication skills: both written and oral with technical and non-technical staff Extreme attention to detail Effective presentation skills Advanced level experience in Microsoft tools – PPT, SharePoint, Visio, Excel Able to work independently and in a team environment Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks Strong business, analytical, quantitative, problem-solving and decision-making skills Solid knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools Tolerance and understanding of multicultural work environment The expected base salary ranges from $111k-$170k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. #LI-Hybrid Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process. Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law. #LI-MIZUHO Why Mizuho Mizuho is in growth mode as we are climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo, and attracting top talent. Positions are available across our corporate functions, and on our corporate and investment banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives, and financing teams. We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our perseverance drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions. If you are interested in advancing your career working for a firm with a growth mindset and the resources of a global financial services team, we would like to hear from you. For more information, please view our Recruiting Brochure