Strategic PMO

The Project Manager leads strategic programs from planning through execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines. Responsibilities include defining program objectives, managing interdependencies, and coordinating cross-functional teams. The role oversees governance, risk mitigation, and change control, while maintaining alignment with business goals. It involves stakeholder engagement, executive reporting, and collaboration with Finance to track benefits and ensure P&L alignment. The Project Manager also ensures transparent communication, maintains comprehensive documentation, and supports strategic decision-making across business and technology functions. Key Responsibilities: 1. Program & Project Planning - Define program scope and individual project objectives in alignment with strategic goals. - Develop detailed project and program plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. - Coordinate internal teams and third-party vendors for seamless execution. 2. Governance & Oversight - Lead end-to-end governance processes, ensuring adherence to committee terms of reference. - Prepare and present updates to governance bodies; manage meeting documentation, minutes, and action tracking. - Facilitate cross-functional communication between executive leadership, project teams, and stakeholders. 3. Execution & Delivery Management - Monitor progress across projects and programs, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines. - Manage interdependencies between projects to avoid duplication and ensure alignment. - Oversee resource allocation across projects, ensuring optimal utilization and avoiding bottlenecks. 4. Risk & Change Management - Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact delivery or business outcomes. - Manage changes to scope, schedule, and cost using structured change control processes. - Ensure proactive issue resolution and escalation to leadership when needed. 5. Performance Tracking & Reporting - Track program performance against KPIs, cost, and benefit realization. - Develop strategic dashboards and executive updates for senior leadership. - Collaborate with Finance to validate benefits and ensure alignment with P&L and reporting frameworks. 6. Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Support - Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. - Support business product owners in driving strategic initiatives and aligning delivery with business needs. - Ensure transparent communication of program status, risks, and decisions across all levels. 7. Documentation & Communication - Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including project plans, progress reports, presentations, and analytical insights. - Ensure all communication assets support decision-making and stakeholder alignment Requirements: - Minimum 10 years of industry experience in Digital Product Management role; with at least 5 years of experience in Life or Health insurance industry - Proven experience at managing large-scale transformation programs with significant budgets - Flexible to work with a team that is globally distributed. - Extensive knowledge of JIRA, Confluence, or other product management tools. - Should be able to draw conclusions and effectively communicates findings with both technical and non-technical team members, providing active leadership skills across project team and business community. - Expert written and verbal communications skills. - Strong analytical and conceptual skills; ability to create original concepts and theories for a variety of projects. - Flexibility – Ability to accept change and agility. - Exceptional interpersonal skills in areas such as teamwork, facilitation, and negotiations. - Ability to understand the strategic direction