XPG Technical Program Manager - Vice President

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.

This is a Technology Leadership & Strategy position at the Vice President level, which is part of the job family responsible for driving innovation, developing technology roadmaps, and providing vision and strategic direction to align technology initiatives with long-term business objectives, fostering a culture of excellence, growth and transformation across the organization. 

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on.

Company Profile 
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career—a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. 
 
XPG Cross-Divisional Programs Group 
The ISG Cross Divisional Programs Group (XPG) provides IT program & project management alongside business analyst expertise to deliver global & regional business, regulatory and other top technology initiatives across multiple markets and asset classes. XPG’s mandate is to manage and deliver transformational programs for the ISG department and the Firm as robustly and as efficiently as possible, aligned with business and technology strategy. XPG is a center for program management best practices together with innovation, automation & talent development in these areas. 
 
Profile Description 
As part of XPG’s continued growth and investment in strategic program delivery, we are seeking a Vice President, Technical Program Manager based in New York to join the XPG team and support the delivery of strategic technology transformation initiatives across the Firm. 
The VP will be a key member of the ISG Mainframe Decommission Program team, supporting an ED lead and contributing to program strategy, execution, and technical transformation initiatives. The role will focus on driving program management efficiencies through automation, data analytics, and emerging technologies, while supporting the delivery of complex cross-divisional programs across Morgan Stanley. 

What you’ll do in the role:

• Serve as a senior member of the ISG Mainframe Decommission program team, collaborating with cross-divisional stakeholders. 

• Support problem solving and project governance across the program as required  

• Drive the development of project data models and automation solutions to enhance program management efficiency. 

• Contribute to the adoption and integration of advanced technologies, including Power BI and Generative AI, within program management processes. 

• Support the establishment of XPG’s presence in Montreal and foster collaboration with technology and business teams. 

• Ensure effective stakeholder engagement, risk management, and governance across assigned projects.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in program or project management within financial services or technology. 

• Proven experience with Agile methodologies; Agile knowledge/experience is essential. 

• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in python, automation, data modeling, and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI). 

• Familiarity with Generative AI technologies and platforms (e.g., LLM’s, prompting for business outcomes, co-pilot navigation) 

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and change management skills. 

• Demonstrated independence and ability to drive initiatives with minimal supervision. 

• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members.

Location & Travel 

• Based in New York, NY. Occasional travel may be required. 

Growth Path 

• Opportunity for broader firm-wide leadership and increased strategic influence within XPG and Morgan Stanley.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years.  Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $215,000 year at the commencement of employment.  However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background.  Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.