Strategic Innovation Senior Program Manager

The Strategic Innovation Senior Program Manager is a critical role responsible for orchestrating and executing the company’s most pivotal, large-scale transformation initiatives. This individual will operate at the nexus of strategy and execution, responsible for not only the meticulous, hands-on delivery of complex programs but also for crafting and communicating the strategic narrative that secures and maintains buy-in from C-suite executives and senior leaders.Reporting to the [Head of Strategic Innovation], this individual will lead through influence, guiding cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment to deliver foundational changes that reshape our business processes, technology platforms, and competitive positioning. The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven history of managing ambiguous, high-impact programs from conception to completion within a large complex enterprise regulatory, preferably in an insurance context.8+ years of progressive experience in program management, with a demonstrated track record of successfully leading enterprise-wide business or digital transformation initiatives.Proven experience leading large-scale programs in a complex and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services, Banking, Healthcare).Exceptional executive-level communication, presentation, and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clarity and influence senior decision-makers.Mastery of leading through influence in a highly matrixed organization, with a demonstrated ability to build consensus and drive results without direct authority.Direct experience with Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, & Annuities.Performance in this role will be evaluated on a balanced set of outcomes, including: Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant\_accommodation@glic.com.Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM.

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