Director, Program Management - AI - PGIM Technology (Hybrid - Newark, NJ)

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Newark, NJ, USA
In-Office
135K-190K Annually
Expert/Leader
Financial Services
The Role
Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise AI initiatives: identify and prioritize high-value use cases, manage pipeline and governance, coordinate cross-functional teams, drive productionalization and scaling, ensure regulatory and responsible-AI controls, and report outcomes and risks to executive leadership.
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Job Classification:

Technology - Agile, Delivery, & Product

Overview 

PGIM is seeking a strategic and execution-focused Director, AI Program Management to lead the end-to-end delivery of enterprise AI initiatives across PGIM Technology and business partners. This role focuses on identifying, prioritizing, and scaling high-value AI use cases aligned to business outcomes, ensuring measurable impact through disciplined program governance and execution. 

AI Strategy Execution & Use Case Development 

  • Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritize AI use cases aligned to strategic objectives 

  • Translate business problems into AI opportunities with defined value and feasibility 

  • Manage enterprise AI use case pipeline and prioritization 

  • Define KPIs and success metrics for initiatives 

End-to-End AI Program Management 

  • Lead delivery of AI initiatives from concept through production 

  • Establish governance, reporting, and risk management structures 

  • Coordinate across engineering, data, architecture, cyber, legal, and business teams 

  • Manage dependencies across concurrent initiatives 

Business Engagement & Value Realization 

  • Act as primary interface between business and technology teams 

  • Ensure initiatives are outcome-driven and business-led 

  • Track realization of value (cost savings, productivity, revenue) 

  • Drive adoption into business workflows 

AI Productization & Scaling 

  • Transition pilots into production-grade solutions 

  • Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and integrated 

  • Promote reusable AI components and patterns 

Governance, Risk & Responsible AI 

  • Ensure adherence to governance and regulatory requirements 

  • Partner with Risk, Legal, and Compliance teams 

  • Implement controls for data usage and model monitoring 

Executive Reporting & Communication 

  • Provide executive-level updates on AI portfolio 

  • Develop materials for senior leadership 

  • Highlight risks, decisions, and priorities 

What You Will Bring 

  • 10+ years in program management, AI, or technology transformation 

  • Experience delivering enterprise programs with measurable outcomes 

  • Understanding of AI/ML and data platforms 

  • Experience in financial services or asset management preferred 

  • Strong stakeholder management skills 

  • Ability to operate in a global, matrixed environment 

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The annual base salary range for this role is from $135,000 to $190,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

What we offer you:
  • Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. 

  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 

  • 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). 

  • Company-funded pension plan. 

  • Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. 

  • Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.  

  • Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.  

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service. 

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.  

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. 

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. 

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [email protected]. 

 

If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email [email protected] to request assistance.

Skills Required

  • 10+ years in program management, AI, or technology transformation
  • Experience delivering enterprise programs with measurable outcomes
  • Understanding of AI/ML and data platforms
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to operate in a global, matrixed environment
  • Experience in financial services or asset management

PGIM Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about PGIM and has not been reviewed or approved by PGIM.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, complemented by behavioral health programs and wellness reimbursements. On-site fitness centers and health coaching further support physical and mental well-being.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with company match and a company-funded pension, with access to an employee stock purchase program. Student loan repayment assistance and savings plans add to long-term financial support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Work-life balance is reinforced by flexible/hybrid work options, paid holidays and sick allowances, and amenities like gym access, free parking, and an affordable cafeteria in some locations. Tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and broad work/life resources extend lifestyle support.

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The Company
Chicago, IL
3,593 Employees

What We Do

PGIM, the investment management business of Prudential Financial, Inc.* is a multi-manager that delivers industry-leading strategies and solutions to clients. Each business maintains its own investment process and culture, allowing for a singular focus on delivering investment returns for clients. The PGIM businesses offer investors a wide range of investment strategies across asset classes and geographies, including public equities, public and private fixed income, commercial mortgages and real estate. Clients of PGIM can rely on superior long-term performance, risk management expertise and innovative products to help them realize a wide range of business objectives. In addition, PGIM uses its collective knowledge and business expertise to work with public, private and non-profit sector partners to create solutions that address critical social issues that have an enduring impact. *Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.

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