Senior Program Manager (Private Market, Fin-Tech) (f/m/x)

Job Description

Travel Requirement: with travel to Middle East (UAE) Required (up to 40-50% of the time)

About the Role

CEPRES provides innovative software and data solutions for investors in the private equity space. We are looking for a proactive and impact-driven Senior Program Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead the planning and execution of complex cross-functional initiatives that span both internal departments and strategic partner engagements.

You will be responsible for turning high-level goals into actionable plans, managing internal alignment and external coordination, resolving roadblocks, and ensuring measurable outcomes. This is a high-impact, execution-focused role for someone who thrives on operational clarity, solving cross-team challenges, and delivering real results-not just tracking them.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead programs across internal teams (engineering, product, marketing, legal, customer success) and external partners, customers to ensure effective coordination and delivery
• Identify and remove execution blockers , manage conflicts, and resolve ambiguity to maintain momentum and alignment
• Monitor program performance against billable outcomes and success metrics; adjust course based on evolving priorities or new constraints
• Develop and execute detailed program roadmaps aligned with business objectives, including clear timelines, deliverables, and success criteria
• Facilitate strategic alignment through working sessions, leadership check-ins, and focused stakeholder updates to ensure a shared understanding across all teams and stakeholders
• Own budget tracking and change management for assigned programs ; work with finance to ensure accurate billing and cost control
• Maintain clear documentation and reporting (dashboards, milestone tracking, scope updates) to provide full visibility to stakeholders and leadership
• Lead retrospective and continuous improvement efforts to capture learnings and improve program execution processes across the organization
• Build and document delivery playbooks and reusable frameworks to support future scaling of initiatives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in program/complex project management or a similar execution-oriented role within a SaaS, consulting or technology-driven environment
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives with both internal stakeholders and external partners
• Experience working with or managing external partners, vendors, or client implementations
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, make trade off decisions, and solve execution bottlenecks independently
• Skilled in aligning diverse stakeholders and clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and decision-making structures
• Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies and proficiency in project tools such as Jira, Asana, or MS Project
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize and share program updates across technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience managing scope, tracking budgets, and coordinating with finance, legal, or compliance teams
• Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced, globally distributed team

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong business acumen with the ability to link program outcomes to strategic and financial goals
• Knowledge of private equity, investment platforms, or financial technology
• Background in operational optimization or process improvement initiatives
• Comfortable working independently in a hybrid or remote-first team environment

Benefits

• Career Path in Private Equity Step into one of the most in-demand and exciting industries in finance today. With us, you'll experience unparalleled opportunities for career growth and promotions, receive regular feedback, and benefit from mentorship provided by an international team of passionate experts. Be part of a unique growth story and take on an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic global environment.
• Culture That Drives Success We are powered by core values that foster an entrepreneurial spirit, drive results, and empower ownership. At our company, collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of everything we do. Transparency in company goals ensures you're always part of the bigger picture.
• Commitment to Our People We care deeply about our team, offering outstanding benefits and opportunities to thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and international workplace
• Compensation that reflects your skills, contributions, and growth potential.

Inclusive Environment

At CEPRES, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We celebrate diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.