About the role

Senior Director driving critical integration programs at Equitable Bank, challenging traditional banking with innovative solutions. Play a pivotal role in managing cross-functional decision-making and execution.

Responsibilities

Build, manage, and continuously refine end‑to‑end program plans, governance routines, and cross‑functional execution rhythms.
Translate complex integration requirements into structured workplans, simplifying interdependencies, and ensuring every team understands their path to success.
Craft high‑impact executive updates, steering materials, and insights that cut through complexity and influence decision‑making at the most senior levels.
Maintain an unwavering focus on timelines, milestones, and outcomes ensuring the program stays aligned, on track, and value‑focused.
Proactively identify risks, issues, and bottlenecks across workstreams and lead cross‑functional problem‑solving to resolve them.
Foster strong working relationships across Retail Banking, Technology, Risk, HR, Finance, and Legal to keep execution tightly aligned.
Embed best practices, structure, and repeatable processes to strengthen the Bank’s integration muscle for future opportunities.

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
Project management certifications (PMP, PgMP, Lean, Prosci) considered an asset
10 -15+ years leading large‑scale transformation or integration programs in banking or financial services
Deep understanding of how banking functions operate and interact across the enterprise
Expertise in program/project management tools, methodologies, governance routines, and dashboards
Strong analytical ability to turn data into insights and insights into action
Proven ability to mobilize and influence senior stakeholders in matrixed environments
Natural driver mindset: organized, proactive, and able to create momentum across large groups
Exceptional stakeholder management, relationship‑building, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
Vocal, articulate, and persuasive communicator capable of influencing decisions at senior levels
Structured, first‑principles thinker able to simplify complex problems and identify root causes
Fast learner who quickly absorbs new information, concepts, and operating models
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level presentation capability
Strong interpersonal presence - credible, empathetic, and effective at managing diverse personalities