Job Title:
Director of Strategic Programmes & Delivery
Industry:
Financial Services
Location:
Dublin City Centre (Hybrid)
Salary:
€115,000 – €125,000 plus bonus, health & pension
Our Client
Our client is a financial services organisation based in Dublin City Centre, operating in a regulated environment and managing a growing portfolio of strategic initiatives. The business is focused on strengthening delivery capability, operational execution, and governance to support ongoing development and integration activity.
Why should you apply?
This is a newly created senior leadership role with clear accountability for driving enterprise-level programme delivery. You will take ownership of a portfolio of complex, cross-functional initiatives spanning operations, systems, and strategic priorities. Working closely with the executive team, this role is focused on execution excellence, structure, and measurable outcomes rather than advisory or conceptual change.
Who should you apply?
Ideal candidates will bring strong experience leading and delivering complex programmes in established or scaling organisations.
Key requirements include:
* 10+ years' experience in programme delivery, transformation execution, or operational leadership
* Proven track record delivering large-scale, cross-functional initiatives
* Experience operating in financial services or other regulated environments
* Strong delivery mindset with the ability to drive momentum and accountability
* Experience building and leading programme teams and managing external parners
* Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and executive leadership
Role and Reporting Lines
Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will be responsible for:
* Programme Leadership – Own and deliver a portfolio of strategic and operational programmes
* Delivery Governance – Establish and run programme controls, reporting, and decision forums
* Operational Execution – Drive improvements across core processes, structures, and ways of working
* Systems & Technology Delivery – Oversee delivery of system enhancements and digital initiatives
* Integration Delivery – Lead operational and systems delivery across integration initiatives
* Stakeholder Management – Act as a central coordination point across senior stakeholders and delivery teams
* Team Leadership – Build and lead internal delivery capability (PMO / programme teams) and manage external partners
Interested in this position?
To apply please submit your CV to Emma Murphy, who is managing this assignment, via the link below.