Transformation Program Lead - FinTech Strategy

About the role

Nasdaq is looking for a Transformation Program Lead for its Financial Technology division, reporting to the Senior Director, Product Portfolio Operations & Transformation. The role shapes and sets up cross-functional programs that change how the FinTech division operates and competes, within the FinTech Strategy and Transformation Team that defines the division's strategic agenda. It involves working with senior stakeholders across Product Strategy, Product & Engineering, Client Experience, Sales and Finance.

Key responsibilities

• Scope and stand up transformation programs: define the problem, design the program structure, set targets and success measures, and set the execution plan.
• Run critical transformation programs end to end, including governance, milestones, dependencies and escalation.
• Manage reporting and tracking for a defined set of key initiatives so leadership has a single, reliable view of progress and value.
• Support the strategic and transformation communications agenda by producing executive-ready narratives and updates on the strategic priorities portfolio.
• Conduct targeted business reviews that surface improvement opportunities and turn them into scoped change programs.
• Support and drive the development of key business initiatives and business cases, partnering with Product Strategy and Finance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, economics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Approximately 5-8 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, transformation or enterprise program leadership in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Proven track record of scoping and delivering large-scale strategic change programs; AI and technology-enabled transformation, and cost and productivity programs are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and hold senior stakeholders accountable without direct authority.
• Preferred: advanced degree (e.g. MBA) or relevant certification, experience in financial services, fintech, capital markets or other regulated industries, and ability to work across global teams and time zones.

Required skills

• Strong structured problem-solving and analytical skills, able to turn complexity into clear, executive-ready frameworks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication in English, including executive-level storytelling.

What we offer

• Base pay, short-term incentives (bonus or commission) and long-term incentives (equity), where applicable.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, pension plan and paid vacation days.
• 6 additional days off per year, work from almost anywhere up to 20 days per year, and paid time off to volunteer.
• Health insurance, 24/7 mental health support, a global mentoring program and unlimited access to e-learning platforms.
• Hybrid work at least 3 days a week in office in Stockholm (subject to change).