Principal Project/Program Manager

at  METRIO

Why Nasdaq
When you work at Nasdaq, you’re working for more open and transparent markets so that more people can access opportunities. Connections can be made, jobs can be created, and communities can thrive. We want all our employees to have access to opportunity, too. That means planning for career growth, ensuring you have the tools you need, and promoting an inclusive culture where we’re all valued for our unique perspective.
Here, you will work for a global tech leader committed to breaking down barriers to inclusive prosperity. We see technology as a means to free people up to work together more productively and effectively by centralizing data, analytics, and market intelligence.
Here, we’re committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Not only is it our responsibility to do better, but we also need representative voices to power the fresh thinking that is vital for our business and our clients.
What We Offer
This is an opportunity to join a dynamic group of Project Manager professionals responsible for managing Nasdaq Market Technology projects as part of the Nasdaq Client Success organization. You would join a team dedicated to orchestrating and implementing projects with precision. From initiation to completion, we use diverse skills sets in planning, communication and problem-solving to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. With a collaborative mindset, our team navigates challenges, adapts to change, and fosters an environment where innovation thrives.
You can expect an autonomous but fast-paced work environment where you are recognized for your results and ability to drive things forward. Every day brings many opportunities to learn and grow and rewards with a global impact we create.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary package, incredible private health insurance, employee stock purchase plan, a global mentoring program, counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, gym sponsorship and more.
What You Will Do

You will lead cross-functional teams across the globe, delivering critical solutions and services to world-leading Market Infrastructure Operators and New Markets. You will be responsible for essential project management activities and stakeholder interaction, building strong relations and trust with your client sometimes requiring to travel to the client site. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a strong experienced team delivering complex technology solutions to international clients. You will work with and learn from subject matter experts and have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and progress within the Project Management team.

• Overall project planning and follow up working closely with the Nasdaq sales representative and your counterpart project manager at the customer side
• Stakeholder management as part of reporting to monthly internal and external steering committee
• Progress reporting and quality assurance
• Budget creation and follow-up
• Risk management including mitigation actions

What We Expect

• A degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or other related field
• Overall experience of 15+ years with at least 10 years in a Technology and Project Management role in financial markets
• Project Management, Test Management or Technical Account Management experience with technical complex systems in an international environment
• A track record of large complex delivery projects where you have been overall responsible for the full cycle of the projects from initial budgeting and planning until customer project acceptance
• A strong inner drive and motivation, thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Experience from Leading other Project Managers as the Program Manager, and an interest in mentoring others to help develop the Project teams and our Project Management team
• Abilities to engage and collaborate closely with external clients, suppliers, and internal customers
• Knowledge and experience from working in a cross-functional environment and an understanding of the whole Software Developer lifecycle (requirements, architecture, development and verification)
• Knowledge of Financial Technology and how that supports the financial infrastructure and capabilities
• Flexibility to take meetings outside work hours and some travel for business (about 2 times a year)

What Would Be Helpful

• Experience from both agile and traditional Waterfall project methodology
• Experience as a developer, Business Analyst, Solution Architect or similar
• SaaS experience
• Experience as a Scrum Master and in managing agile projects

Does It Sound Like You?
Please follow through by clicking the “Apply” link and submitting your application. If your skills and experience are a match, we will be in touch soon. In the meantime, please visit our website and social media channels to learn more about our innovative business, inclusive culture and where a career at Nasdaq can take you.
Our work arrangement is hybrid. You will be coming in to the office at least 2 days per week.
This is a permanent, full time role so candidates should have full working rights in Australia. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency status.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

• Overall project planning and follow up working closely with the Nasdaq sales representative and your counterpart project manager at the customer side
• Stakeholder management as part of reporting to monthly internal and external steering committee
• Progress reporting and quality assurance
• Budget creation and follow-up
• Risk management including mitigation action