Strategic Program Manager

About the role

You will be responsible for working with the COOs, CIOs, and their leadership teams to develop and operationalize end-to-end process transformation roadmaps for prioritized programs. You will be responsible for driving global strategic initiatives while leveraging Project Management, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies. We are seeking a driven leader and effective problem solver, one who is energized by the prospect of what “can be” vs. “what is” the current state. An individual who offers recommendations substantiated with data, adopts a Lean and Agile mindset, and can lead the delivery of implementation of such recommendations. Someone who is respected for their deep technical expertise and/or ability to oversee programs and processes, provides inclusive leadership and guidance as it pertains to project planning, execution, status reporting, communication, financial management and issues/risk mitigation.  An individual who is comfortable balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders, making sound decisions using data, analysis, experience, and judgment, along with a risk mindset while ensuring projects are completed on-budget, on-time, benefits realized, and with client satisfaction. Ultimately, an individual who takes ownership for key outcomes.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment where new ideas are encouraged. This role will report into Global Program Delivery function within the Chief Administrative Office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects end-to-end, to deliver business outcomes. Works with the COO’s, CIO’s and/or operations leadership to manage business transformation projects and strategies. Projects will include strategy/discovery, preparation/assessment, planning, continuous improvement, gap analysis, process mapping, execution, project management, change management, sustainment, and benefit realization.

• Facilitate coordination of project workstreams leaders and stakeholders on multiple highly complex programs or be an individual contributor on high priority strategies that will shape the future of AIG.

• Design and work with the COOs to implement a Continuous Improvement programs as a sustained discipline and practice across all locations.

• Acts as SME for engagements in the areas of project management, change management/transformations, operational excellence, solution development, and quality assurance.

• Works closely with the project stakeholders and can think strategically about how actions and overall program will fit within the overall business needs and priorities.

• Works with other project managers to improve capabilities while managing adherence to business priorities as well as project procedures and standards.

• Prepares and tracks budgets, project plans, and staffing plans.

• Ensure early detection of project issues and risks with early identification of mitigation strategies and stakeholder communication and engagement.

• Adopts Agile project management best practices and maintains project program and financials using AIG’s standard system for project tracking.

• Builds, drives, and manages relationships with our senior internal business leaders and ensures their continued alignment, engagement, and achievement of business outcomes.

• Provides project and program status to executive management providing recommendations as needed.

• Engage with key stakeholders including partners and vendors where key delivery areas may be outsourced.

• Coordinates and plans with interdependent teams across Business, Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Legal & Compliance, Technology, and PMO organizations

• Act as a change agent and a champion leading and driving the change.

• Invested in the development of a future state that will raise the bar on the service experience delivered to our end customers.

• Data driven decision maker who utilizes data to direct decision making.

• Identify and manage timely and effective resolution of any issues that surface during the handling of all assigned duties. Track and report implementation activity results in a “real time” fashion via internal Implementation databases and reporting tools.

• Conduct lessons learned at the end of each implementation phase for continuous improvement purposes.

• Develop and execute plans to improve customer satisfaction and overall quality.

• Is proactive in managing issues by anticipating the outcome of the process and ensuring all necessary steps have been taken.

• Model and coach others on Operational Excellence.

• Identify gaps and facilitate training needs within the team.

What we are looking for

• 10+ years project management and delivery experience in Insurance is preferred.

• Keen ability to identify and implement improvement and transformation opportunities to enhance the customer experience.

• Proven leader with ability to influence and partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on Transformation and Continuous Improvement vision and objectives.

• Demonstrated track record of delivering exceptional results, with an ability to speak to process improvements and specific results achieved.

• Lean / Six Sigma & Agile project management certification and experience preferred.

• A minimum of 10 years Project management and delivery experience in Insurance is preferred.

• Metrics oriented, with a track record of delivering value-added solutions.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

• Inclusive leader who fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion

• BA/BS degree required.

• MBA/MS/Professional degree preferred.

• Strategic thinker with experience and a passion for driving results. 

• Self-starter that is comfortable working in a dynamic program environment that includes a degree of ambiguity.  Willing to dive in as part of the team to get the job done.   

• Analytical, creative thinking combined with quantitative and relationship building skills.

• Ability to analyze data, determines root cause, and provides and/or develops an appropriate solution for resolution.

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple and competing priorities.

• Proactive problem-solving ability with solutions-oriented attitude.

• Ability to work independently within a team environment and make decisions while considering client requirements.

• Ability to travel on occasion as needed.

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Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [email protected].  

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