Program Manager (II)

Aquent is partnering with a leading global technology company that is shaping the future of how people connect, work, and live. This innovative organization is at the forefront of developing solutions that impact millions worldwide, fostering an environment where bold ideas become reality. Join a fast-paced, collaborative team dedicated to pushing boundaries and delivering excellence.

Are you a seasoned program management professional ready to lead high-impact initiatives and drive meaningful business outcomes? This role offers the opportunity to independently manage complex programs end to end, influence cross-functional teams beyond your immediate scope, and directly contribute to operational excellence and strategic success.

As a Program Manager, you will play a critical role in defining, organizing, and optimizing programs that enhance the client's reputation for innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Independently author comprehensive program charters, including scope, timelines, OKRs, resource allocation, risks, and dependencies.
• Develop detailed project plans that break work into phases, identify risks and dependencies, and provide visibility into constraints.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders to support alignment and effective decision-making.
• Optimize program team roles and responsibilities to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Proactively manage escalations and partner with stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Design and implement predictable communication plans tailored to diverse stakeholder audiences.
• Serve as a key representative for the program across internal and external touchpoints.
• Lead change management efforts, including rollout planning and impact analysis in partnership with stakeholders.
• Track and resolve misalignments during change management rollouts.
• Identify, collect, and manage critical data required for program execution and governance.
• Maintain accurate trackers, dashboards, and status reports to ensure program visibility.
• Proactively manage dependencies while integrating principles of Product Excellence, Product Inclusion, and brand trust.
• Define and uphold program governance, including mitigations, postmortems, and escalation paths.
• Facilitate effective program meetings with clear outcomes and action items.
• Define program phasing and establish metrics that drive continuous improvement and responsible resource stewardship.
• Deliver regular checkpoints to review progress, assess metrics, and recommend data-driven pivots when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Communications Management, including building and executing effective communication strategies.
• Proven experience in Team Management, optimizing roles, fostering collaboration, and driving performance.
• Demonstrated success in Organizational Change Management, from planning through execution and course correction.
• Sound Technical Judgment to support informed decision-making in complex environments.
• Exceptional Stakeholder Management skills with the ability to influence across levels and functions.
• Advanced Program Planning capabilities, including charter development and detailed execution planning.
• Experience with Portfolio Management and aligning programs to broader organizational goals.
• A strong foundation in User Empathy, ensuring programs are designed with end users in mind.
• Deep experience in Execution and Governance, delivering programs with clarity, rigor, and accountability.
• A continuous improvement mindset, actively identifying opportunities to improve outcomes and processes.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects top marketing, creative, and design professionals with the world's leading brands. Eligible talent gain access to industry-leading benefits, including subsidized medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a company match.

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive and grow their careers.

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