Portfolio Manager

3 weeks ago


Montpelier, Vermont, United States National Life Group Full time

Portfolio Manager

Reporting to the PMO Vice President, the Portfolio Manager will play a key role as an advocate and partner with the business and technology teams to develop an integrated view of the enterprise portfolio of projects that deliver strategic advantages to meet growth and operational efficiency objectives.

The candidate will have broad solution delivery experience and will apply wide-ranging skills in methodologies such as business process re-engineering, full project lifecycle management (including iterative, waterfall, and agile), financial management, technology acumen, and integrating business strategy into delivery. The candidate will partner closely with the business and technology teams to develop an integrated view of the enterprise; this work will link business and technology concepts to deliver value to National Life. The right candidate will be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset to challenge the status quo to create value for the enterprise through innovative ideas, intellectual debate, and collaboration with teams for successful project delivery. The candidate will have executive presence and will be a "roll up the sleeves" individual to be personally engage in the work of the project team, paying attention to details while modeling NLG's Servant Leadership Tenets.

Project & Portfolio Management Responsibilities

Partner with PMO leaders to ensure compliance to established project management processes and technology processes; Perform analysis of non-compliances and identify improvement opportunitiesCreate project and portfolio definitions/charters for overall delivery that include alignment to strategy, business benefits, financials, technology design and overall value creation for the enterpriseWork with the business and technology teams to assess current capabilities and identify high-level requirementsTranslate internal client needs into actionable value by being a key member of the team that creates ideas converts ideas into realistic and well-orchestrated project plansCollaborate with PMO leaders to optimize resource planning, resource acquisition and utilization of both employees and contractorsProvide governance, reporting and oversight for the portfolio to all stakeholders and teams to ensure project goals are accomplished within approved timeframe, scope, and budgetUse data effectively and accurately to manage the portfolio for resources, timeframe, and scope as well as risks and limitationsBe metrics driven and improve delivery benchmarks year over year. Responsible for measuring quality, timeliness and benefits realized across delivery of all projects in the portfolioLeadership, Collaboration & Communication ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate command of the portfolio by maintaining detailed knowledge of the portfolio at all times and being prepared to talk about value, financials and progress with short notice or ad-hoc for various audiences, including Executive LeadershipDiligently manage to the vision of the portfolio reminding all stakeholders of deviations from the goal and being able to have the foresight to see the "unknown" within the portfolio by connecting the dots, anticipating risks, and not leaving things to chanceDemonstrate ability to "sell" initiatives; Understand what motivates key stakeholders, listen to their concerns, and address them effectively using influenceDemonstrate ability to manage and reduce conflict; provide a calming force to project teamsInvited by the project team / key business stakeholders to participate and advise on important project decisionsWork closely with the technology team and PMO Team to understand, communicate and effectively manage the connections between business and technology within the portfolioDevelop and maintain strong relationships with the technology, business partners and key stakeholders especially the executive sponsors of initiativesAccountable to ensure all stakeholders needed for the projects and the portfolio overall are informed and are a part of key decisionsPromote the understanding of project management importance and be a brand ambassador for the project delivery teamTeam DevelopmentResponsible for mentoring project teams and providing real time feedbackAccountable for the performance of projects within their portfolioMentor team members in the development of business analysis and project management disciplines, applying industry best practices/standards for continuous improvementWork with PMO team to set annual performance objectives and actively communicate progress against those goals. Ensure every member of the team has a comprehensive individual development planJob Requirements PMP certification is required10 plus years of relevant work experience, with a specific emphasis on strategic solution deliveryExperience managing programs with budgets of $10+ millionMaster's degree in Strategy, Finance, Technology or OperationsCertifications on Life Insurance, Annuities and Retirements from organizations widely recognized within the industry such as LOMA, ACU, AAPA are preferableExecutive presence with excellent communication skillsKnowledge of operations functions within life insurance or annuity business is preferredIn-depth knowledge of technology terms and technical knowledge to interface with IT teamsFinancial acumen is required to report on budgets for large portfoliosUnderstanding of industry trends & regulations to ensure accurate governance of projects and financial reportingUnderstanding of Business/IT projects to help in prioritizing certain initiatives over othersAbility to view short and long-term impacts of different options and make decisions based on cost-benefit analysis, financial judgement, business acumen and experienceAbility to forecast resource and financial trends based on prevailing environmental conditionsAbility to anticipate, understand and communicate risks as well as manage change in a way that it minimizes anxiety in the team and any losses for the company/business unit #LI-CS
#LI-Hybrid National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employmentNational Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. National Life Group1 National Life DrMontpelier, VT 05604Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy

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