Technology program manager - india

About Nationwide

Nationwide Mutual Insurance, a Fortune 100 company with nearly a century of strength, stability, and purpose-driven innovation, is expanding its global technology footprint. Our Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad plays a strategic role in delivering secure, scalable, and customer-focused digital solutions supporting millions across the U. S.

At Nationwide, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that embraces agile ways of working, fosters an inclusive culture, and invests in cutting-edge technologies such as cloud, data, AI, and cybersecurity. Our teams contribute to meaningful work that protects futures and strengthens communities

We are seeking a highly accomplished and versatile Consultant / Senior Consultant – Program Manager to serve as the operational backbone of key strategic initiatives.

This role demands an elite professional who combines strategic vision with hands-on execution excellence, managing and delivering 20+ concurrent, high impact workstreams. The role requires exceptional communication, precision execution, and the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity with confidence.

If you're passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide's Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio & Program Management

Lead and execute 20+ cross-functional workstreams simultaneously, ensuring alignment with business strategy Drive large-scale program delivery with measurable outcomes and operational excellence

Stakeholder Communication

Act as the single point of accountability and communication for program outcomes Deliver clear, concise, and impactful communication to stakeholders including executive leadership and board members

Execution Excellence

Manage end-to-end program lifecycle ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and exceeding quality standards Maintain attention to detail while driving large-scale execution

Cross-Functional Leadership

Collaborate across Engineering, Product, Marketing, Finance, and Operations Break down silos and enable a high-performance, unified delivery environment

Risk & Change Management

Proactively identify risks and dependencies before escalation Develop robust mitigation strategies and manage organizational change effectively

Core Program Management Competencies

Strategic Road mapping: Translate vision into structured, outcome-driven execution plans Risk & Dependency Management: Anticipate and mitigate cross-functional dependencies Resource & Capacity Planning: Optimize allocation across competing priorities Financial Management: Manage multi-million-dollar budgets, ROI, and forecasting Governance & PMO Excellence: Establish scalable governance frameworks and standards Data-Driven Decision Making: Build executive dashboards and KPIs for performance tracking Change Management: Drive adoption of new processes and systems seamlessly

Required Qualifications & Expertise

Educational Qualifications

Full-time MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree only from premier institutes such as IIMs or ISB

Experience

8-12 years of experience in program management, portfolio management, or strategic consulting Strong background in Global Capability Centers (GCCs) with global stakeholder exposure

Program Management Expertise

Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies PMP certification preferred

Communication Skills

Exceptional ability to simplify complex problems into actionable insights Strong executive presence with outstanding written and verbal communication

Versatility & Ownership

Ability to operate across business, technology, and financial domains Demonstrates extreme ownership, accountability, and delivery under pressure

Location Requirement

Must be currently based in Hyderabad No relocation requests will be considered Strong preference for candidates with experience in the Hyderabad GCC ecosystem

What We Offer

Highly competitive compensation and consulting packages Opportunity to lead and shape mission-critical strategic initiatives Performance-driven culture that rewards excellence and ownership Flexible working model aligned to India business hours with global collaboration

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nationwide is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, religion, disability, or any other protected category.