Sr. IT Program Manager

Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. IT Program Manager!

About the role
The Sr. IT Program Manager is accountable for the planning and roadmap of technology projects for the Law and Compliance Department. The Program manager will work with multiple IT teams across the Enterprise accountable for the development and improvement of Symetra applications that support critical business functions and Law and Compliance priorities!

What you will do

• Partner with all levels of the enterprise.
• Partner with engineering and product leaders across the Technology organization.
• Partner with department leaders to review areas of risk, may work with Vendor management.
• Provide deep insight into the collaborator's business and priorities.
• Ensure that an end-to-end solution is provided in the context of an overall long-term roadmap.
• Develop a comprehensive solution plan.
• Articulate to the business and IT stakeholders the merits and risks of the plan.
• Hold others accountable to drive programs/projects to on-scope, timely, and on budget delivery within an Agile environment.
• Proactively inspire change and manage change with limited friction.
• Champion change in Business and IT Processes and can think though the end user impact of technology projects.

What we offer you
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 holiday
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching

Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation
Salary Range: $125,000 - $208,400 plus eligibility for annual bonus program.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience with:
  
  
  
  
  • High level strategic initiative projects
  • Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments
  • Annuities and/or life insurance product
  
  
  
  
• Strong understanding of the project cycle and project methodologies through project management courses and practical business experience.
• Strong planning, influencing and people management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership, diplomatic, negotiating, management, supervisory and staff development skills.
• Master's degree or Masters Certificate in Project Management preferred.
• PMP certification preferred
• Benefits Insurance experience is a plus
• Proven track record in change management and process optimization.
• Experience with customer invoicing and payment processes
• Ability to communicate optimally with various stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

We empower inclusion
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.

Work Authorization
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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