Program Manager

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Manager!

About the role

The program manager is responsible for managing groups of related, complex projects that share a common objective and ensuring alignment with Division Roadmaps and Business Strategy.

What you will do in this role

• Partners with Program Sponsor(s) to develop comprehensive business cases and Cost Benefit Analyses (CBA's) that maximize ROI and value delivery across the Program of projects.
• Guide and influence the Sponsor's vision toward optimal solutions.
• Works with Program Sponsor(s) to drive decision-making and recommends re-scoping, postponement or cancellation of projects as necessary.
• Holds others accountable to drive all projects within the Program to on-time, on budget, on-scope delivery within established variances.
• Proactively influences change and manages change with limited friction.
• Establishes and executes Governance framework for both constituent projects and the program itself with the goal of optimizing resources and ROI.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements in Governance and Management Reporting.
• Possesses extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of Project Management methodologies and tools and can easily transition from one methodology to another.
• Partners with Program Sponsor(s) to develop and maintain project and Program Roadmaps that align with and accelerate delivery of Business Strategy.
• Ensures that the end-to-end solutions fit within the context of short and long-term roadmaps.

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are crafted to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Salary Range: $113,700 - $189,400 plus eligibility for annual bonus program.

• Bachelor's Degree Project Management Certificate preferred
• 10 years of business/industry work experience
• 6 + years of leadership experience
• 8+ years managing large projects utilizing a formal project methodology, techniques and tools.
• 8+ years managing concurrent project assignments with varying difficulty.
• Deep knowledge and expertise in the use of a variety of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, risk assessment and change management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the "big picture" and understand how groups of projects sequence together into a Program view.
• In addition to Project and Program Management expertise, advanced skills in Financial Management, Budgeting, Procurement and contract negotiations are desired.
• PMP and PgMP designations from the PMI are preferred.

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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