· IT program/project management with a focus in Finance/Actuarial ability to understand Annuity nuances· Demonstrated knowledge and application of program management tools and principles.· Demonstrated knowledge and application of project management, process management, problem solving and change management tools and principles.· Strong business acumen and ability to work well across different functions to integrate processes and technology with business strategies.· Demonstrated analytical skills, with proven ability to use data to drive decision making and solution development.· Strong facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively organize and conduct meetings and working sessions with stakeholders ranging from front line team members through executive leadership.· Strong experience building and managing project plans in Jira and/or MS Project, or equivalent.· Effective verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal and group communication skills.· Ability to proactively identify, escalate, and develop resolution to issues.· Ability to work in self-directed and collaborative team environments; handling pressure and meeting deadlines within a fast-paced work environment.· Ability to develop relationships and foster trust with business stakeholders.· Formulates, organizes and monitors inter-connected technical projects and IT business initiatives throughout all stages of program life including planning, scope definition, design, execution and delivery.· Coordinates activities spanning multiple projects and/or business areas.· Oversight and coordination of all stream leads; monitors stream interdependencies and removes obstacles.· Plans the overall program scope, including development of program objectives, performance criteria and schedule, monitoring progress to ensure performance measures and milestones are being met across various interdependent projects and business initiatives.· Ensures the scope and purpose of individual projects align with the overall strategic program goals.· Manages risks and issues over the course of the program life cycle, initiating appropriate response actions and measures as they occur.· Establishes new programs, including opportunity ideation, identifying cross-functional business areas and stakeholder impacts, and attaining stakeholder support.· Quantifies program value and costs, managing and reporting throughout the program life cycle; monitors program spends providing expense management oversight.· Defines program controls, including processes, procedures, and reporting necessary to manage the program.· Facilitates cross-functional change throughout the enterprise by applying appropriate management tools and techniques.· Partners with project managers and business owners to report program progress, issues or other updates to senior leadership.· Aids in the delivery of training and education on program management practices and concepts, both formally and informally.

Agile Scrum, PMP Certification, IT project management, Project Management, Atlassian Jira, Program Management, Actuarial Analysis, Finance, Hedging Strategies, General Ledger

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· IT program/project management with a focus in Finance/Actuarial ability to understand Annuity nuances· Demonstrated knowledge and application of program management tools and principles.· Demonstrated knowledge and application of project management, process management, problem solving and change management tools and principles.· Strong business acumen and ability to work well across different functions to integrate processes and technology with business strategies.· Demonstrated analytical skills, with proven ability to use data to drive decision making and solution development.· Strong facilitation skills, including the ability to effectively organize and conduct meetings and working sessions with stakeholders ranging from front line team members through executive leadership.· Strong experience building and managing project plans in Jira and/or MS Project, or equivalent.· Effective verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal and group communication skills.· Ability to proactively identify, escalate, and develop resolution to issues.· Ability to work in self-directed and collaborative team environments; handling pressure and meeting deadlines within a fast-paced work environment.· Ability to develop relationships and foster trust with business stakeholders.· Formulates, organizes and monitors inter-connected technical projects and IT business initiatives throughout all stages of program life including planning, scope definition, design, execution and delivery.· Coordinates activities spanning multiple projects and/or business areas.· Oversight and coordination of all stream leads; monitors stream interdependencies and removes obstacles.· Plans the overall program scope, including development of program objectives, performance criteria and schedule, monitoring progress to ensure performance measures and milestones are being met across various interdependent projects and business initiatives.· Ensures the scope and purpose of individual projects align with the overall strategic program goals.· Manages risks and issues over the course of the program life cycle, initiating appropriate response actions and measures as they occur.· Establishes new programs, including opportunity ideation, identifying cross-functional business areas and stakeholder impacts, and attaining stakeholder support.· Quantifies program value and costs, managing and reporting throughout the program life cycle; monitors program spends providing expense management oversight.· Defines program controls, including processes, procedures, and reporting necessary to manage the program.· Facilitates cross-functional change throughout the enterprise by applying appropriate management tools and techniques.· Partners with project managers and business owners to report program progress, issues or other updates to senior leadership.· Aids in the delivery of training and education on program management practices and concepts, both formally and informally.
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