Principal Program Manager

FactSet

Principal Program Manager leading FactSet's client-facing financial technology implementations and hosting migrations. Driving governance, risk management, cross-functional delivery, and production transitions for enterprise clients.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeBoston • Connecticut, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $147,000 - $184,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise in leading complex, multi-year enterprise technology programs, with a strong focus on financial systems for asset managers, banks, or insurers. Proven ability to manage client-facing implementations, program governance, and stakeholder communications effectively.

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Project ManagementFinancial Systems ImplementationRAID Log ManagementStakeholder CommunicationVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProgram GovernanceRisk ManagementBudgetingForecastingChange ControlResource PlanningCapacity ManagementClient ReadinessTransition Planning

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersBuilding Trusted RelationshipsNavigating Complex SituationsDriving Alignment

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSharePointMS TeamsJiraProgram Dashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP®PgMP®

Industry Keywords

Asset ManagementBankingInsuranceEnterprise TechnologyClient-Facing Implementations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex, client-facing implementations of FactSet's Buy Side product suite
Serve as the primary program management owner for complex implementations and large-scale hosting migrations from initiation through production
Manage end-to-end delivery across multi-workstream programs
Own program governance covering scope, schedule, budget, risk, dependencies, decisions, escalations, and reporting
Develop and manage program plans, RAID logs, and weekly/monthly status reporting
Identify risks, dependencies, bottlenecks, and mitigation plans
Partner with client project managers and senior stakeholders on scope, timelines, dependencies, and communications
Shape program phasing and delivery strategy to maximize business value and reduce risk
Matrix-lead internal and client teams, set priorities, forecast milestones, and enforce commitments
Manage technical environment, cross-program, and third-party vendor dependencies
Communicate status, decisions, priorities, and escalations; present reports, risk assessments, and decision frameworks
Lead resource planning and capacity management
Coordinate client readiness, training, cutover planning, and transition to production
Own project financials, burn-down tracking, and change control aligned with statements of work

Requirements

What you’ll need

11+ years of project management experience leading complex, multi-year, enterprise technology programs
Deep experience implementing financial systems for asset managers, banks, or insurers highly valued
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage expectations, influence senior stakeholders, and navigate politically complex situations
Track record in systemic risk leadership across multiple workstreams and vendors
Extensive experience using RAID logs
Experience leading and influencing global, distributed, matrixed teams
Ability to build trusted relationships and drive alignment in high-stakes client-facing environments
Ability to adapt project frameworks and methodologies to unique client circumstances
Experience managing vendor relationships, third-party dependencies, and contract deliverables
Familiarity with statements of work and change orders
Hands-on experience with MS Project, SharePoint, MS Teams, Jira, and program dashboards
Accountability for budgeting, forecasting, burn tracking, variance management, and change control
Bachelor's degree in finance, technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
PMP® or PgMP® certification preferred
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, life, and disability insurance
Retirement savings plans
Discounted employee stock purchase program
Paid time off for holidays
Family leave
Company-wide wellness days
Flexible work accommodations
Volunteerism and sustainability community
Career progression planning
Dedicated time each month for learning and development
Business Resource Groups open to all employees