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Allied World

AVP, IT Program Manager

Allied World, Iselin, New Jersey, us, 08830

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AVP, Program Manager, IT Product, Claims Location:

New Jersey Take the next step in your career with us. Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge. We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training, and mentoring programs. Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members. Position Summary: The AVP, Claims Program Manager primary responsibility will be for the strategic oversight of the roadmaps and program status reporting for the various IT projects and initiatives happening in the Global Claims space.

This role is vital in ensuring that our communication and messaging are aligned with overall IT Program Management and that we provide clear and concise status on roadmaps and deliverables. This role will also play a critical role in resource optimization, budgeting and planning as well as risk monitoring and mitigation. Primary Responsibilities: Portfolio Oversight: Overseeing and managing a portfolio of IT projects and programs, encompassing project selection, prioritization, and resource allocation. Resource Optimization: Optimizing resource allocation across IT projects to ensure efficient use of resources and maximize value. This includes identifying and addressing resource gaps. Risk Management & Governance: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with IT initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. This also involves monitoring and managing portfolio risks and controls. Performance Monitoring: Monitoring and reporting on the performance and progress of IT projects, including tracking KPIs and OKRs. This may involve performance attribution analysis to explain variations. Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, including business leaders and IT teams, to facilitate communication and ensure alignment. Process Improvement: Developing and implementing portfolio management processes and best practices, as well as supporting continuous improvement efforts. This includes establishing and maintaining robust work intake processes.