The Core Banking Program (CBP) aims to modernize and consolidate legacy core banking systems into a single Nordic platform. The objective is to create a future-proof system that leverages modern technologies to support business operations efficiently and reliably over the long term.

This transformation will enable Nordea to enhance its product portfolio, improve customer experience, and drive operational efficiency.

The Execution Lead role is a critical part of this initiative, responsible for overseeing the programs successful execution and delivery.

As an Execution Lead in the Core Banking Program, your primary responsibility is to manage end-to-end program delivery, ensuring business and technological teams collaborate effectively to meet objectives.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead a high-impact transformation in a dynamic and forward-thinking financial organization.

Execution Lead for Core Banking Program (senior)

Your responsibilities

• Leading cross-functional teams in a distributed Agile (SAFe) environment to deliver quality features aligned with business needs.
• Identifying and prioritizing critical issues across project areas, developing and implementing effective solutions.
• Conducting thorough investigations into recurring issues and implementing preventive measures to mitigate risks.
• Assessing and outlining innovative approaches to achieve both tactical and strategic program objectives.
• Managing key internal and external stakeholders, including third-party vendors, to ensure critical deliveries and commitments are met.
• Providing leadership, training, and mentorship to engineering leaders and engineers within the program.
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement and encouraging best practices across the organization.

Our requirements

• To succeed in this role, you should be a collaborative, driven, and visionary leader who thrives in dynamic and complex environments.
• Proven experience in program management with a strong focus on delivery and execution.
• Ability to collaborate with business areas and align goals with the strategic direction of the organization.
• Passionate leadership style that fosters growth, innovation, and adaptability in ambiguous settings.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing large-scale programs, with at least 5 years specifically in Core Banking delivery.
• Experience in working with multicultural and distributed teams across geographies.
• Strong engineering background with exposure to diverse technology stacks and platforms.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.