If you enjoy solving problems, leading projects, and working closely with clients, this role is an exciting opportunity to build your career in the financial services world. Our client is expanding and looking for sharp, analytical people who can manage implementation projects and drive process excellence.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of project management, data analysis, SQL, and client interaction—all within the dynamic environment of banking and financial operations.

📌 Role Overview

Position: Associate Program Manager
Industry: Banking / FinTech / NBFC
Function: Program & Project Management
Experience: 1–3 years
Age Limit: Up to 35
Work Mode: Onsite (6 days/week)
Locations: Kochi, Mumbai, Bangalore
Education: Graduation
Salary Range: ₹10–13 LPA
Preferred Sectors: Neo-banking, Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, NBFC, Investment Banking, Financial Advisory

Note: Company name will be shared privately with shortlisted candidates as per client policy.

💼 Why This Role Matters

The Associate Program Manager plays a critical role in helping large financial institutions streamline their operations. You will manage implementation projects, translate business needs into workflows, and ensure that solutions are configured accurately. In short—you will be the bridge between the client and the technical teams.

🧠 Key Responsibilities

As an Associate Program Manager, you will:

Client Engagement

• Act as the main point of contact for assigned clients

• Build strong relationships to ensure smooth project delivery

• Understand client processes, pain points, and requirements

Project Management

• Lead end-to-end implementation of financial operations solutions

• Coordinate across internal teams to meet timelines and deliverables

• Track progress, manage risks, and ensure project success

Process Analysis & Optimization

• Study client workflows to find gaps and inefficiencies

• Improve processes using data, mapping, and best practices

• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Data Analysis

• Work with large datasets to validate configurations

• Use SQL queries to pull, clean, and analyze data

• Generate insights to support decision-making

Problem-Solving & Delivery Excellence

• Break down complex issues into manageable steps

• Collaborate with teams to build effective solutions

• Ensure timely resolution of client issues

🎯 Mandatory Criteria (Must Meet All)

Candidates will only be shortlisted if they have:

• 1–3 years of project/program management experience in Financial Services / Banking / NBFC / FinTech

• Strong data analysis capabilities and hands-on SQL querying skills

• Experience managing cross-functional teams

• Exposure to financial operations processes and workflows

• Strong communication skills for stakeholder and client management

• Experience with process mapping, optimization, and implementation

👍 Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with automation or BI tools

• Consulting or software implementation background

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or process excellence methods

👤 Who Thrives in This Role?

From our HR experience, candidates who succeed in program management typically show:

• Confidence in leading discussions

• Ability to translate business needs into structured plans

• A problem-solving mindset

• Comfort working with both technical and operations teams

• Strong follow-through and ownership

If you naturally enjoy structure, communication, and making processes better, this is a great fit.

❓ FAQs

1. Is this a technical role or managerial role?

It’s a mix. You will manage projects while also working hands-on with data, SQL, and process mapping.

2. Can candidates from non-banking sectors apply?

No. Only candidates with experience in financial services, banking, NBFC, or fintech will be considered.

3. Is travel required?

You may occasionally work from client locations within the listed cities.

4. Are SQL skills mandatory?

Yes. SQL is essential for data validation and configuration.

5. What is the working mode?

This is a 100% onsite position with a six-day working schedule.

🚀 Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re eager to grow in program management and want to work closely with top financial institutions, this is an excellent opportunity.

📩 Contact Orbit Global HR Consultants today to apply or learn more.Share your cv info@orbitconsultancy.in
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Technical Skills

• SQL querying and data extraction
• Advanced Excel skills
• Project management tools
• Process mapping tools
• Data validation and testing
• Dashboard and report creation
• Basic understanding of BI tools
• Software implementation support

Bachelor's Degree

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related fields

Master's Degree

• Not mandatory
• MBA (preferred)
• Master’s in Operations or Finance (optional)
• Master’s in Project Management (optional)