The Opportunity
The Accessibility Senior Program Manager works in the office to lead Fisher Investments’ global accessibility program, embedding standards across web, mobile, streaming, document and digital engagement platforms. This role ensures compliance with international regulations and drives a culture of inclusive design.
The Day-to-Day:
- Defines and executes the global accessibility vision, strategy, and governance model.
- Ensures compliance with international accessibility standards and regional regulations.
- Integrates accessibility requirements into design, development, content, and publishing processes across all digital platforms and beyond.
- Oversees accessibility testing (manual, automated, and assistive technologies) and remediation efforts.
- Provides training, resources, and mentorship to scale accessibility expertise across global teams.
- Reports to senior leadership on program maturity, risks, and compliance.
- Works onsite, under direct supervision, in a team-based and open office environment
Your Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of professional digital accessibility experience including 5+ years in a senior leadership role preferred.
- Proven experience leading accessibility programs in a global enterprise setting across multiple regions (Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia) preferred.
- Expertise in accessibility standards and regulations (WCAG, ADA, Section 508, EAA, EN 301 549, and regional equivalents) preferred.
- Strong program and project management experience across diverse digital channels preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to influence executives and lead cross-functional teams globally preferred.
- Strong vendor management and contract oversight experience preferred.
- Accessibility certifications strongly preferred (e.g., IAAP CPACC, WAS, CPWA) preferred.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience in financial services or other highly regulated industries preferred.
Why Fisher Investments Europe:
The global Fisher organisation distinguishes itself by putting clients first, providing unmatched service, and taking a personalised approach to investing. You can feel confident knowing that we align with our clients’ best interests by using a simple and transparent fee structure and recognised European custodians.
It’s the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and to help our employees meet their long-term goals, we offer an array of benefits, including:
- 100% paid premiums for our top-tier supplemental medical, dental and annual health screening plans for employees and their qualified dependents
- 28 days annual leave, with the ability to purchase up to 3 additional days per year, plus up to 8 paid holidays
- Enhanced maternity pay package with 16 weeks’ top up to full base pay for eligible employees
- $10,000* fertility, hormonal health and family-forming benefit
- A retirement pension plan, featuring a 9% company contribution of base pay with an additional company match of up to 5% of base pay on personal contributions
- Gym subsidy of up to £50 per month
- Employee Assistance Program and other emotional wellbeing services
- A collaborative working environment that practises ongoing training, educational support and employee appreciation events
- This is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program. This program is subject to change.
*Employees residing outside of the US will be eligible for the $10,000 equivalent in their local currency.
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