National Life Group
Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities
National Life Group, Addison, Texas, United States, 75001
Overview
Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities at National Life Group. Join to apply for the Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities role at National Life Group. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading, supporting and coaching teams to deliver large and complex project(s) and/or program(s) that span across one or more business units. Responsible for leading teams in driving overall delivery execution; manage resources, schedules, financials and adhere to quality and control guidelines throughout the full systems development life cycle. The ideal candidate will have financial services experience in the life insurance and annuities domain. Responsibilities
Manage strategic, continuous improvement, and transformation initiatives; effective in leading all aspects of a project and/or program to ensure timely and effective delivery. Work with multiple development methodologies such as waterfall, iterative and agile (scrum, kanban) to support project teams. Have awareness of agile techniques such as automated testing, user stories, test driven development, continuous integration, agile games, etc. Business partner who possesses critical thinking skills to define practical solutions that align with strategic objectives. Understands the business needs of the project and its interaction with other projects/programs to make decisions in the best interest of the organization. Think creatively to drive innovation and perform situational analysis that leads to well thought out decisions. Establish strong working relationships with executive sponsors, business owners and stakeholders across the organization to manage expectations and project delivery. Monitor performance and recommend schedule changes, cost or resource adjustments. Provide timely updates to the management team for each project, escalate issues, and manage risks, issues and status reporting. Manage change requests that impact scope or schedule. Lead or coordinate project planning, including resource, staff, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting and team management. Ensure that project resources follow established processes and participate in strengthening internal tools, artifacts and governance. Directly or indirectly manage/mentor team members in leadership, methodology, tools, and communication skills. Teach skills required for planning, execution, delivery and support of projects and their products; lead and support improvement methodology to diverse audiences. Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required; Masters Degree preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Certified Scrum Master, or similar certifications desired 10+ years of experience in financial services required, with a strong emphasis on life insurance and annuities LOMA ALMI or FLMI designation a plus 10+ years of experience managing cross-functional projects in a matrixed environment desired Experience in coaching and mentoring Skilled in multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum, Waterfall) desired Must be a self-starter and able to work independently as well as collaboratively Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex subject matter Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Results-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to interact and communicate effectively with C-Level executives and senior leadership Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint) and tools like Jira/Confluence Must be able to pass a background check Additional Information
National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. Other rewards may include bonuses and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package including 401(k) match, health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and family leave. National Life Group is a trade name of its member companies. For details, refer to the sites disclosures and policies. Location options vary; applicants should consider opportunities within Carrollton, Dallas, Irving, Addison, Plano, and surrounding areas as applicable to the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities at National Life Group. Join to apply for the Senior Project Manager - Life & Annuities role at National Life Group. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading, supporting and coaching teams to deliver large and complex project(s) and/or program(s) that span across one or more business units. Responsible for leading teams in driving overall delivery execution; manage resources, schedules, financials and adhere to quality and control guidelines throughout the full systems development life cycle. The ideal candidate will have financial services experience in the life insurance and annuities domain. Responsibilities
Manage strategic, continuous improvement, and transformation initiatives; effective in leading all aspects of a project and/or program to ensure timely and effective delivery. Work with multiple development methodologies such as waterfall, iterative and agile (scrum, kanban) to support project teams. Have awareness of agile techniques such as automated testing, user stories, test driven development, continuous integration, agile games, etc. Business partner who possesses critical thinking skills to define practical solutions that align with strategic objectives. Understands the business needs of the project and its interaction with other projects/programs to make decisions in the best interest of the organization. Think creatively to drive innovation and perform situational analysis that leads to well thought out decisions. Establish strong working relationships with executive sponsors, business owners and stakeholders across the organization to manage expectations and project delivery. Monitor performance and recommend schedule changes, cost or resource adjustments. Provide timely updates to the management team for each project, escalate issues, and manage risks, issues and status reporting. Manage change requests that impact scope or schedule. Lead or coordinate project planning, including resource, staff, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting and team management. Ensure that project resources follow established processes and participate in strengthening internal tools, artifacts and governance. Directly or indirectly manage/mentor team members in leadership, methodology, tools, and communication skills. Teach skills required for planning, execution, delivery and support of projects and their products; lead and support improvement methodology to diverse audiences. Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required; Masters Degree preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Certified Scrum Master, or similar certifications desired 10+ years of experience in financial services required, with a strong emphasis on life insurance and annuities LOMA ALMI or FLMI designation a plus 10+ years of experience managing cross-functional projects in a matrixed environment desired Experience in coaching and mentoring Skilled in multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum, Waterfall) desired Must be a self-starter and able to work independently as well as collaboratively Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex subject matter Strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Results-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to interact and communicate effectively with C-Level executives and senior leadership Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint) and tools like Jira/Confluence Must be able to pass a background check Additional Information
National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. Other rewards may include bonuses and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package including 401(k) match, health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and family leave. National Life Group is a trade name of its member companies. For details, refer to the sites disclosures and policies. Location options vary; applicants should consider opportunities within Carrollton, Dallas, Irving, Addison, Plano, and surrounding areas as applicable to the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr