Program Manager

Morningstar Inc

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$121,400–$186,150 / yr
Posted
17 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k
This role $154k
$110k most similar roles pay here $232k

This role pays less than 74% of similar roles. Most pay $152,300–$208,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $154k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

Based on 239 similar postings.

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About Morningstar Inc

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading financial services firm providing independent investment research, data, and management services to individuals, advisors, and institutions.

Morningstar Inc currently has 13 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,100–$167,350 across 12 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Program Manager

As a Program Manager at Morningstar Retirement, you will lead the delivery of complex technology programs across multiple teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable value. Your daily responsibilities include defining program scope, managing dependencies, risks, and constraints, and driving operational excellence through continuous improvement in program management practices. You will leverage AI and modern tooling to enhance visibility and efficiency, and work closely with engineering, product, and business leadership to execute initiatives effectively. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience leading large-scale technology programs, a strong background in Agile environments, and expertise in tools like Jira and Asana, with a preference for familiarity with AI-enabled program management solutions. This role requires strategic thinking, operational rigor, and the ability to manage complexity across globally distributed teams.

What you'll do

  • Own the successful delivery of complex technology programs aligned with business objectives.
  • Define program scope, objectives, and success metrics in partnership with senior leadership.
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and constraints across globally distributed teams for seamless execution.
  • Provide data-driven insights on program health to influence strategic priorities and guide decisions.
  • Drive continuous improvement in program management practices to enhance organizational delivery capacity.
  • Promote Agile methodologies and ensure teams are equipped with necessary tools and processes.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience leading large-scale technology programs.
  • Proven success in delivering complex multi-team projects from planning to execution.
  • Strong program management skills including planning, governance, and risk management.
  • Background in Agile environments with experience as a Scrum Master or similar role.
  • Ability to provide executive-level reporting and influence decision-making.
  • Familiarity with AI-enabled tools for program management is preferred.

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