Senior Program Manager- Charlotte, Nc Or Syracuse, Ny

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The Results Delivery Office (RDO) is responsible for the planning, execution and implementation of complex, transversal programs that support Equitable’s growth and efficiency strategies. The RDO team delivers results through disciplined project and change management practices, leveraging standard project/change management methodologies and tools in alignment with best practices. Our core values are objectivity, transparency and integrity – these values are the foundation of the team’s mission to successfully and confidently deliver on critical strategic initiatives that support the company’s success as a public company.

The RDO team is seeking a high-energy, results-driven Senior Program Manager to join their team!

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to partner with leadership across different business/support areas across the organization and manage large scale projects through leading the daily work schedule, analyzing & modeling data, generating appropriate reports and work collaboratively with members of the RDO team to ensure projects are on time and stay within budget.

With a focus on execution excellence, this position will deliver the following:

• Lead multiple enterprise-wide, complex projects that are aligned to our strategic plan for growth, efficiency or process improvement.

• Leads the development of a tightly integrated program plan to orchestrate outcomes across multiple workstreams and lines of business. May include both Agile and waterfall delivery units.

• Provide a disciplined yet flexible approach to project planning and execution, adapting to the unique needs of each project, sponsor or situation, always driving forward on the critical path.

• Direct internal team members to complete day-to-day management of the project schedule, including project dashboards, reporting, KPIs, risk/action logs and Agile artifacts where appropriate.

• Implement rigorous risk management practices early in the process to identify potential pitfalls and develop mitigation strategies well in advance of risk realization.

• Develop data-driven reporting and relevant KPIs to track/measure performance and course correct when necessary, including rigorous adherence to budget reporting.

• Able to work with and influence stakeholders at all levels in the organization to successfully deliver on project commitments. The ability to develop strong relationships and influence without authority is a core capability of RDO senior team members.

• Partner with key leadership team members in identifying, prioritizing and implementing transformational objectives in their business operations using operational excellence/business process techniques and resources.

• Work with team members & peers to identify issues and use problem-solving skills (including root cause analysis) to resolve issues in a timely manner. Able to break down complex issues into discrete components to analyze, diagnose, assess and recommend viable solutions.

• Through industry leading and research-based methodologies, provide change discipline to enable end-user adoption required to realize targeted objectives.

The base salary range for this position is $127,000 - $189,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short and long-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.

For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.

Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Major in Finance, Mathematics, Operational Research, or Business Administration is preferable.

• 15+ years of business experience with a track record of delivering major programs that realize stakeholder value.

• 10+ years of experience as a program manager leading increasingly complex programs is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Great attitude and teamwork are differentiating factors, as well promoting a strong team culture & values.

• Basic software skills with; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Visio (or equivalent process mapping software).

• Ability and experience to champion organization's program management methodology, tools, and techniques.

• Ability to consult on program planning and management of high-risk, high-impact projects within the program.

• Experience applying the use of agile methodology across the enterprise and leading complex initiatives that feature a mixture of waterfall/agile delivery methods is highly desirable.

• Ability to advise on organizational best practices for internal resource coordination.

• Coaches others in prioritizing a multitude of critical, diverse and complex issues simultaneously.

• Mentors others in their technical areas and shares expertise on critical issues.

Skills

Consulting: Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external; ability to apply consulting knowledge appropriately.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.

Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Organizational Change Management: Knowledge of key roles, activities and major issues affecting change management; ability to align the organization's people and culture with changes in business strategy, organizational structure, technology and business processes.

Program Management: Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control the set of projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by treating everyone with respect and dignity, ensuring all voices are heard and advocating for change.

ABOUT EQUITABLE

At Equitable, we’re a team of over ten thousand strong; committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.

We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.

We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.

We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.

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