Job SummaryAs the manager of the Voluntary Benefits business project management team, you will provide leadership and oversight of projects and project managers to provide efficient and effective delivery of Voluntary Benefits priority projects using proven methodologies. You will be responsible for managing the work environment, identifying workforce needs, and ensuring team alignment with Voluntary Benefits strategic priorities and goals.
- Provide hands-on team leadership, coaching and employee development. Responsible for ensuring effective performance management practices are in place.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve project management framework.
- Build relationships with business leaders to understand business objectives and priorities to maximize productivity on projects through effective resource assignments, training, monitoring and coaching to ensure resources and processes deliver consistent value and experiences.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes with emphasis on quality, delivery, and customer service. Lead discussions with key business stakeholders on project performance to maximize effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes.
Skills and Background You'll NeedExperience:- A minimum of 6-7 years of progressive experience as a project manager leading projects that are advanced in operational expertise is required.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a project management leadership position is required.
- Prior voluntary benefits experience or EB experience is highly preferred.
- Waterfall and Agile methodologies experience is preferred.
- MS Project proficiency is preferred.
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate- Driving Success: Proactively initiates work that contributes to overall team performance; is quick to make things happen.
- Adaptability: Quickly and resourcefully adapts to multiple changing work demands by adjusting team priorities to fit new circumstances.
- Strategic Visioning: Recognizes the potential impact of internal and external challenges on future state success of the business unit or function.
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- A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- An annual incentive bonus plan
- Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
- A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
- An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
- Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.
Salary Range:
$79,250.00 - $126,750.00
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
