Analyst, Program Manager

About the Role:

The Team:

The PMO team is part of the Finance & Operations function within the S&P Global Market Intelligence (MI) division. We lead and manage long-cycle commercial and operational programs in partnership with business and functional leaders, aligned to MI’s strategic priorities. Programs typically cross business lines, functions, or divisions, or otherwise have complexities that call for a more structured program management framework.

Responsibilities and Impact:

The Analyst, Program Manager is focused on combining high-quality execution ability, attention to detail, and strong project management and communication skills, while building effective partnerships across the organization. This role is responsible for the successful execution of business transformation initiatives to support the strategic direction of the Market Intelligence division of S&P Global. The Analyst, Program Manager will partner with business and functional stakeholders to drive significant and measurable change.

In this role you will:

• Further develop your program management skills within a dynamic global organization.
• Lead large-scale programs that directly impact the day-to-day operations and growth prospects of our division.
• Further develop executive presence and influencing skills.
• Build on your experience with keeping multiple programs moving while managing stakeholder expectations and interacting with business and functional partners.
• Direct collaboration with and coaching from more senior program directors to improve program and change management skills.
• Be accountable in a highly collaborative environment focused on team goals and successes.

Responsibilities include:

• Create program plans and monitor them through governance structures.
• Manage day-to-day activities of assigned programs including requirements gathering, identification and monitoring of key success factors and metrics, risk/issue management, dependencies and workflows, communications, plan development and maintenance, and preparation of presentation materials.
• Manage relationships, resolve conflicts, and facilitate and manage the political aspects of stakeholder management.
• Develop business strategies, techniques, and tools to identify barriers to success and facilitate prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues across a global organization.
• Operate as a first line of communication with junior team members; propose resource allocation improvements.
• Work independently and make appropriate program-related decisions with as-needed guidance from the Group Leader.
• Proactively seek, document, and incorporate stakeholder and customer feedback.
• Recommend plan customizations, as appropriate, to best serve program needs.
• Work on sensitive programs or with sensitive data.

What We’re Looking For:

Please note: this role is NOT a technical project management role and does not involve PM ownership of technical deliverables.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of program management work experience.
• Proficiency in financial terminology and concepts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., CAPM, PMP) are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in program/project support roles, showcasing strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to work effectively within diverse teams to contribute to program success. Strong communication skills, fostering positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficient in gathering and analyzing program-related data to track performance and identify trends. Utilizes analytical tools to provide insights that assist program managers in decision-making processes.
• Supports the development and execution of project plans, timelines, and schedules. Assists program managers in organizing meetings, documenting discussions, and tracking action items to ensure program milestones are met.
• Aids in identifying potential project risks and assists in maintaining a risk log/RAAIDD.
• Participates in risk assessments to evaluate impacts and likelihood, contributing to the development of mitigation strategies.
• Assists in monitoring program budgets and expenditures, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines. Helps prepare financial reports to provide visibility into program costs and resource allocation.
• Contributes to the implementation of quality standards and best practices within program teams. Assists in conducting quality checks and maintaining compliance with organizational requirements.
• Facilitates communication between program stakeholders to ensure alignment and address any concerns. Prepares status updates and reports to keep stakeholders informed of program progress and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional program teams using standard tools (charter, project plan, RAID, RACI, process flow diagrams, communication plan, Standard Operating Procedures, change management plan, requirements assessment, control plan, meeting agendas and notes, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating, leading, influencing, and managing within large-scale, globally distributed organizations.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment at all levels in the organization.
• Self-direction, proactive behaviors, and ability to thrive in a fluid and sometimes ambiguous working environment.
• Ability to independently set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Required / Beneficial Competencies (“Hard Skills”):

• Skills in collecting and organizing program-related data for analysis.
• Understanding of program/project management principles and methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in maintaining project documentation and records.
• Skills in tracking project issues and assisting in their resolution.
• Understanding of budget tracking and expense reporting.
• Familiarity with program management software and tools.
• Smartsheet and PowerPoint.

Culture & Power (“Soft Skills”):

• Skills in working collaboratively with others to achieve project goals.
• Proficiency in organizing tasks and managing time to meet program deadlines.
• Ability to identify simple issues and propose solutions.
• Skills in maintaining organized records and documentation for projects.
• Willingness to embrace change and adjust to new situations.
• Openness to acquiring new skills and knowledge relevant to the role.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Moderate knowledge of Excel and Visio.
• PMP Certification, Project Management coursework.
• Financial Services / Capital Markets experience.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.