Project Manager, Strategic Management & Execution, US Individual Life

You desire impactful work.
 

You’re RGA ready

RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 500 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

A Brief Overview

Performs complicated project management activities under general supervision, in partnership with key stakeholders with latitude to apply independent judgement. The scope of activities in this role will focus on the delivery of large, complex technology solutions that enable business value. The IT Project Manager will be accountable for all aspects of project planning, risk management, issue resolution and stakeholder communications. The IT PM will apply a broad awareness of technology and project management experience to a diverse cultural, functional and geographic landscape.

What you will do

• Applies knowledge of best practices, well-developed project management experience, domain knowledge and proven ability to solve difficult problems.

• Partners with stakeholders and incorporates guidelines from governance bodies to define the project management methodologies and controls applicable to each initiative. Applies fit-for-purpose project management rigor and discipline to ensure successful project execution, effective stakeholder communication and benefit realization. Must have flexibility and experience to shift between traditional and agile frameworks.

• Creates and manages project plans and all other well-known project controls. Identifies and manages risks and issues and develops mitigation strategies required to successfully deliver projects of increasing complexity that extend beyond the immediate work group or function.

• Provides informal leadership and direction to other project management professionals and project team members to create and manage project plans and all other well-known project controls.

• Develops partnerships with leaders, clients, key stakeholders and project team members to define solutions, establish controls and monitor project execution resulting in the successful delivery of desired business goals and objectives.

• Closely monitors industry trends, client-facing new business, strategic business and technology initiatives across the organization. Shares insights with key stakeholders and incorporates actionable items into solution development and project execution.

• Identifies and acquires resources needed to meet project commitments. Identifies assumptions, dependencies and constraints that may impact successful project execution and delivery of business objectives. Drives cross-functional decisions and provides consultation to leaders and key stakeholders based on business knowledge, domain expertise and project management experience.

• Applies organizational change management principles and practices to assess change readiness and develop a change management plan that will facilitate adoption of delivered solutions and realization of expected benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) or equivalent experience required

• 4+ Years experience in project coordination or project management in information technology or related field required

• Project management skills; demonstrated ability to evaluate stakeholder objectives and scope for feasibility, understanding and scheduling to ensure projects meet success criteria and deliver business value - Advanced Proficiency required

• People management skills, demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop associates in a technology environment; including the ability to delegate effectively - Advanced Proficiency required

• Knowledge and experience with various software development methodologies; demonstrated ability to discern "fit for purpose" methods and apply rationale to produce desired project outcomes - Intermediate Proficiency required

• Working knowledge of finance and/or accounting principles, standards and rules; demonstrated ability to apply financial management principles to projects under management - Intermediate Proficiency required

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and work under tight time lines; demonstrated ability to adjust to changing priorities and manage team dynamics in stressful conditions - Advanced Proficiency required

• Oral and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to convey ideas in a clear and concise manner including preparing and delivering presentations to large groups - Advanced Proficiency required

• Investigative, analytical and problem solving skills; demonstrated ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted technology solutions - Advanced Proficiency required

• Customer relationship and stakeholder management skills; demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and foster teamwork - Advanced Proficiency required

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI ITIL, or other applicable industry certification Preferred

• Life Insurance or financial services industry or training or applicable industry certification Preferred

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What you can expect from RGA:

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.

• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.

• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

Compensation Range:

Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.

RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.