Senior Program Manager

Company description Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value. Overview Publicis Sapient Australia is expanding our Program Management and Agile Delivery practice to support enterprise-level transformation programs across multiple industries for our clients. This is an opportunity for experienced leaders, especially those with Agile delivery expertise, to shape governance, uplift delivery maturity, and drive strategic outcomes. If you have a background in technology consulting, Agile transformation, or enterprise program delivery, we’d love to hear from you. Locations: Sydney & Melbourne Roles: Program Manager | Senior Program Manager | Program Management Director Why This Opportunity at Publicis Sapient? Lead Impactful Programs: Drive high-visibility transformation initiatives with direct engagement from senior leadership. Shape Strategic Outcomes: Influence enterprise-level decisions and design governance models that unlock business value. Champion Delivery Excellence: Embed modern delivery practices across diverse industries and complex client environments. Collaborate and Innovate: Join a high-performing PMO and Agile Delivery team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Program Managers Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure adherence to governance standards. Support project managers with tools, templates, and reporting frameworks. Monitor project performance and elevate risks or issues proactively. Facilitate stakeholder communication and maintain transparency across delivery streams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the program management function. Senior Program Managers Lead portfolio governance and ensure alignment with organisational objectives. Manage multiple programs and projects, optimising delivery frameworks and processes. Provide strategic guidance to senior stakeholders and influence decision-making. Establish and embed standards, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics. Coach and mentor Managers and project teams to uplift delivery maturity. Program Management Directors Define and execute program management strategy at an enterprise level. Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on portfolio prioritisation and investment decisions. Drive organisational change through robust governance and delivery excellence. Oversee large-scale transformation programs and manage cross-functional dependencies. Build and lead a high-performing PMO team, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation. Qualifications Proven demonstrated experience in Program management leadership roles (Manager, Senior Manager, Director) within consulting environment. Strong expertise in governance, portfolio management, and program delivery. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to lead in fast-paced, multi-client environments. Experience in financial services, technology, retail or large-scale transformation projects (preferred). Additional information An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration. Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Flexibility to support work-life balance. Generous paid leave and holidays. Wellness program and employee assistance. As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at #J-18808-Ljbffr