Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Program Manager II within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Dallas, TX, Birmingham, AL, Phoenix, AZ or Denver, CO.

We are seeking a highly motivated Program Manager II to lead complex, high-impact programs within Corporate Functions Technology, with a strong focus on the Risk domain. This role will partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic initiatives that enhance risk management capabilities across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings a strong risk background, experience managing large-scale programs ($5M–$15M), and proficiency in Agile methodologies and modern project management tools.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead end-to-end delivery of large, complex technology programs within the risk domain, ensuring alignment with corporate risk strategies and regulatory requirements
• Manage program budgets, including resource planning, forecasting, and financial tracking
• Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to define program objectives, success metrics, and execution roadmaps
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across technology, risk, compliance, and corporate functions teams
• Oversee Agile program execution, including sprint planning, backlog management, and delivery tracking
• Utilize tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Suite to manage timelines, dependencies, and reporting
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues, ensuring proactive resolution and governance
• Support continuous improvement of program management practices within the risk technology space

Key Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong program management experience, preferably within risk, compliance, or corporate functions technology
• Proven experience delivering programs
• Experience managing large-scale programs
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, controls, and regulatory environments
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira)
• Experience engaging with and presenting to senior leadership
Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare)

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

 

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Leads a cross functional program/project team to ensure the execution of organizational programs in support of corporate strategy. Leads complex programs/projects requiring planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments, channels, or lines of business. Typically, program size may reach or exceed $25m.
• Manages the general and detailed planning stages of organizational programs; influences project decisions to achieve overall program goals.
• Oversight and reporting for the program budget while working to ensure success of the program.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the programs and recommends enhancements to programs based on results.
• Teams with service partners to ensure seamless delivery and a consistent experience across multiple distribution channels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and requ