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About the Role
The Program Manager of the Retirement Program leads a program of work including product development, digital engagement, and retention initiatives within CFS’s Transformation, Technology and Operations business unit.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize and manage program initiatives for smooth execution, ensuring they are fully resourced and delivered within agreed timelines and budget.
- Own and manage program-level reporting forums (PSG and EDF).
- Document program materials (financials, status, risks, issues, and change control requests) for the Program Steering Group.
- Serve as the first point of escalation for project managers and/or solution delivery managers.
- Collaborate with project managers and/or solution delivery managers to establish appropriate project governance for initiatives.
- Conduct regular reviews of project status, financials, risks, and issues with project managers, assisting in issue resolution or escalation.
- Manage the change control process for the program (funding requests, change requests, etc.) to ensure alignment with the business plan (scope, timings, budget).
- Conduct quarterly and yearly planning for the program.
- Oversee the initial discovery of new initiatives within the program.
Requirements
- Sound knowledge in both Waterfall and Agile delivery approaches.
- Experience in delivering projects involving product development, vendor selection, and onboarding.
- Expertise in end-to-end Business Project/Program Management (not solely IT delivery).
- Exposure to working in large and complex environments, including IT business dependencies.
- Proven track record managing programs of work.
- Experience dealing with a diverse range of stakeholders up to executive levels.
- Experience in the Wealth Management industry is ideal, otherwise Financial Services industry experience is mandatory.
- Full work rights in Australia are required.
- Background checks (Police, Employment, Bankruptcy, ASIC banned and disqualified persons) will be completed prior to employment confirmation.
Location
- Gadigal Land (Sydney)
Work Type
- Full-time
Benefits
- Access to CFS Employer Super with an expansive investment menu and flexible insurance solutions.
- Support with financial services, including discounts on home loans and daily bank accounts.
- Access to 24/7 confidential support for safety, medical, and mental health services.
- Additional leave day for your birthday.
- Life Leave - 3 days per annum for wellbeing or special events.
- Exclusive discounts on retail, travel, and entertainment.
About the Company
- CFS values expertise, passion, and diversity, believing that exceptional people are the foundation of their success.
- They foster an environment that celebrates individuality, encourages high performance, and allows individuals to unleash their full potential.
- CFS is committed to creating a thriving environment where individuals can flourish, built on strong teams, celebrating uniqueness, championing individuality, and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- CFS aims to help Australians achieve financial freedom.