Job Description
We are FIS. Our technology powers the world’s economy and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients and communities. If you’re ready to start learning, growing and making an impact with a career in fintech, we’d like to know: Are you FIS?
About the Role
As a Program Manager Lead, you lead complex, cross‑functional programs that deliver strategic business and technology outcomes. You are accountable for end‑to‑end program execution, aligning teams, stakeholders, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery. Success is measured by achievement of program objectives, risk management, and predictable delivery of value.
What you will be doing
Lead large, multi‑workstream programs with significant business and technology impact
Define program scope, objectives, success metrics, and delivery plans
Manage dependencies, risks, issues, and financials across initiatives
Coordinate cross‑functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to drive execution
Establish governance, reporting, and communication rhythms for program transparency
Track progress against milestones, timelines, and outcomes
Proactively identify and resolve delivery, resource, and operational challenges
Ensure alignment with regulatory, security, and operational requirements
Drive continuous improvement in program delivery practices and execution maturity
What you bring
10+ years of related experience stated below
Advanced experience leading complex programs across business and technology teams
Strong skills in program planning, execution, risk management, and governance
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple dependencies and competing priorities
Experience communicating program status and outcomes to senior stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities
Proven collaboration skills in matrixed, cross‑functional environments
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
Bonus if you have
Experience delivering programs in financial services or regulated industries
Familiarity with agile, hybrid, or scaled delivery frameworks
Experience managing vendor or third‑party program components
Program or project management certifications
What we offer you
Opportunities to make an impact in fintech
Personal and professional learning
Inclusive, diverse work environment
Resources to give back to your community
Competitive salary and benefits
Privacy Statement
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EEOC Statement
FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here
For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Sourcing Model
Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.
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