Northwestern Mutual
Start-Up Vibes with The Stability of a Fortune 100 Company.
Hybrid

Lead Program Manager - Tech Portfolio Operations

Sorry, this job was removed at 8:21 p.m. (CST) on Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Find out who's hiring remotely in Dallas, TX.
See all Remote Project Mgmt jobs in Dallas, TX
Apply
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive difference.
Summary
The Lead Program Manager - Tech Portfolio Operations role will be strategizing with teams across the Technology organization to operationalize new program and portfolio management standards. The ideal candidate will be able to advise teams on portfolio and program management processes as well as tool usage, using our Jira and Jira Align standards we've already defined and continue to evolve.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for providing experienced guidance and coaching to Technology delivery teams on portfolio and program management standards and best policies.
  • Responsible for partnering with the PMCOE and essential team members to define and implement new standards and best policies.
  • Makes all the work in the Tech org open within our reporting tools and processes.
  • Drives for visibility on objectives, priorities and measures.
  • Accountable for identifying, assessing and mitigating program risks and issues, and removing impediments.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Experience with Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) and agile processes and tooling (Jira Align and Jira) highly preferred
  • Five or more years of program management experience in technology and/or business functions. Experience with program management methodologies & governance.
  • Understands how software is developed, tested and implemented as well as technical concepts.
  • Ability to work closely with engineers, product managers and business leaders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a desire to dig into details, learn, ask questions and become the ""go to expert"" on certain concepts and topics.
  • Experience with project management methodologies or SDLC (systems development life cycle)
  • Must have experience with managing multiple projects using Agile methodology


Our benefits

  • Highly competitive compensation, including annual bonus opportunities
  • Medical/Dental/Vision plans, matching 401(k), pension program
  • Tuition reimbursement, commuter plans, and paid time off
  • Extensive Professional Training Opportunities
  • Excellent Work/Life Balance
  • Hackathons/Dedication to Innovation


#LI-POST
Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our client's interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!
W e are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you work or would be working in Colorado or outside of a Corporate location, please click here for information pertaining to compensation and benefits.

See More
Apply Now
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

What are Northwestern Mutual Perks + Benefits

Northwestern Mutual Benefits Overview

Whether providing education assistance, competitive health benefits or time off for community service, Northwestern Mutual is committed to supporting employees so they can live their best lives. 

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Employee resource groups
Hybrid work model
Flexible work schedule
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Northwestern Mutual offers a pension plan for employees.
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Floating holidays
Bereavement leave benefits
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Mother's room
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
Online course subscriptions available

More Jobs at Northwestern Mutual

Apply Now
By clicking Apply Now you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.
Learn more about Northwestern MutualFind similar jobs like this