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S&P Global · 2 weeks ago

Head of Enterprise Project and Program Governance

S&P Global is a leading organization focused on advancing essential intelligence. The Head of Enterprise Project and Program Governance will lead the Project and Program Governance team, overseeing high-impact programs and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the governance of high-impact programs, ensuring value delivery, transparency, risk management, and adherence to timelines and budgets
Define and refine program standards for reporting, KPI development, escalation, tooling, etc as needed to establish an appropriate and adaptable enterprise approach
Provide visionary leadership for the project and program management function, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a culture of excellence
Engage directly with senior stakeholders to refine program strategies, foster strategic alignment, and ensure effective communication of progress and challenges
Work collaboratively with cross-functional and cross-divisional teams to pursue opportunities for strategic impact and operational efficiencies
Mentor and develop project managers and team members, enhancing their skills and capabilities to drive successful program outcomes
Lead change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption of new processes and systems across the organization
Innovate and implement best practices in project and program management, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to enhance performance

Qualification

Governance FrameworksStakeholder ManagementChange ManagementProject ManagementAgile MethodologiesData-driven Decision MakingMentorshipLeadershipStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

A minimum of 12 years in project/program management, with a demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse teams in achieving strategic and transformational objectives
Proven experience in defining and implementing governance frameworks, delivery standards, and compliance mechanisms across various delivery methodologies including Agile and hybrid; Proficiency in PMO and governance tools
Extensive experience working in a matrixed environment and building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders across multiple functions and levels of the organization, ensuring alignment and collaboration on key initiatives
Ability to make informed, strategic decisions with minimal oversight, demonstrating foresight and initiative in navigating complex organizational dynamics
Proven track record of leading change initiatives, effectively guiding teams through transitions and ensuring stakeholder buy-in
Experience in mentoring and developing team members, enhancing their skills and capabilities to drive successful program outcomes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret delivery data and ensure governance alignment
Strong aptitude for managing and resolving conflicts with strategic diplomacy, finding win-win solutions, and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes open communication and trust

Preferred

Experience in a variety of program, project, and product delivery structures and methodologies
Fluency with information technology, business processes, and compliance
Significant experience in financial services
Experience with building and integrating teams and organizations
Experience driving automated reporting and decision-making using AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Tableau, Power BI)

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

Company

S&P Global

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S&P Global is a market intelligence company that provides financial information and data analytics services.

H1B Sponsorship

S&P Global has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (28)
2024 (26)
2023 (30)
2022 (38)
2021 (46)
2020 (38)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.75B
2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2016-04-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Martina Cheung
President and CEO
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Rick Goldberg
Division Chief Financial Officer
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