Program Manager, Commercial Initiatives - S&P Global
Charlottesville, VA
About the Job
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
10
The Team: The MI Commercial Initiatives team is part of the Operations function with S&P’s Market Intelligence 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.
The Impact: The 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 Program Manager will partner with business and functional stakeholders to drive significant and measurable change.
What’s in it for you:
+ Opportunity to further develop your project and program management skills within a dynamic global organization
+ Lead large-scale projects 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 projects 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
+ Cross-business, cross-product and global initiatives offer a variety of opportunities for professional development
+ Clear accountability in a highly collaborative environment focused on team goals and successes
Responsibilities:
+ Creates project plans and monitors projects through governance structures
+ Manages day-to-day activities of assigned projects 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
+ Manages relationships, resolves conflicts and facilitates and manages the political aspects of stakeholder management
+ Develops business strategies, techniques and tools to identify barriers to success and facilitate prevention strategies
+ Collaborates with colleagues across a global organization
+ Operates as a first line of communication with junior team members; proposes resources allocation improvements
+ Works independently and makes appropriate project-related decisions with as-needed guidance from Group Leader
+ Proactively seeks, documents and incorporates stakeholder and customer feedback
+ Recommends plan customizations, as appropriate, to best serve project needs
+ Works on sensitive projects or with sensitive data
What We’re Looking For:
Basic Qualifications:
+ 3-5 years of project/program management work experience
+ Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project 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 communications skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Advanced knowledge required: Smartsheets and Power Point
+ Moderate knowledge requested: Excel and Visio
+ PMP Certification, Project Management coursework
+ Financial Services / Capital Markets experience
Flexible Working
We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.
Return to Work
Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.
Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as a semi-annual incentive bonus plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires.
About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
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202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 306088
Posted On: 2024-09-05
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Grade Level (for internal use):
10
The Team: The MI Commercial Initiatives team is part of the Operations function with S&P’s Market Intelligence 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.
The Impact: The 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 Program Manager will partner with business and functional stakeholders to drive significant and measurable change.
What’s in it for you:
+ Opportunity to further develop your project and program management skills within a dynamic global organization
+ Lead large-scale projects 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 projects 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
+ Cross-business, cross-product and global initiatives offer a variety of opportunities for professional development
+ Clear accountability in a highly collaborative environment focused on team goals and successes
Responsibilities:
+ Creates project plans and monitors projects through governance structures
+ Manages day-to-day activities of assigned projects 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
+ Manages relationships, resolves conflicts and facilitates and manages the political aspects of stakeholder management
+ Develops business strategies, techniques and tools to identify barriers to success and facilitate prevention strategies
+ Collaborates with colleagues across a global organization
+ Operates as a first line of communication with junior team members; proposes resources allocation improvements
+ Works independently and makes appropriate project-related decisions with as-needed guidance from Group Leader
+ Proactively seeks, documents and incorporates stakeholder and customer feedback
+ Recommends plan customizations, as appropriate, to best serve project needs
+ Works on sensitive projects or with sensitive data
What We’re Looking For:
Basic Qualifications:
+ 3-5 years of project/program management work experience
+ Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project 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 communications skills
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Advanced knowledge required: Smartsheets and Power Point
+ Moderate knowledge requested: Excel and Visio
+ PMP Certification, Project Management coursework
+ Financial Services / Capital Markets experience
Flexible Working
We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.
Return to Work
Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.
Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as a semi-annual incentive bonus plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires.
About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
-----------------------------------------------------------
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
-----------------------------------------------------------
202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 306088
Posted On: 2024-09-05
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Source : S&P Global