Program Manager, Benefit Solutions

Genworth Financial•Richmond, VA

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About The Position

As a member of the Project & Supplier Management Office, you'll play a crucial role in overseeing actuarial initiatives that support our company's ability to analyze, forecast and manage financial risks associated with the products delivered to our policyholders-now and in the future. The projects supported by this role will focus on developing & implementing Benefit Solution Strategies to increase risk resiliency & reduce tail-risk for the riskiest parts of our US Life Insurance (USLI) long-term care line of business. In this role, you will partner with individuals across operations, marketing & technology, which requires a breadth of technical and project management skillsets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years of project management experience
Demonstrated success managing large, cross functional projects (>$250K, > 6 months) that have significant IT build components and process re-engineering
Highly proficient and scoping and structuring ambiguous work, effectively mitigating major risks and moving challenging projects forward by finding the team clarity
Demonstrated ability to develop strategic relationships and lead customer focused projects across organizational boundaries
Demonstrated thought leadership in support of the development of program strategies and execution roadmaps
Demonstrated ability to coach less experienced project managers in project management
Excellent planning, organizational and execution skills
Strong communication -- oral, written, interpersonal and presentation skills
Results oriented, ability to meet and exceed objectives and handle multiple deadlines and priorities
Strong analytical and business problem solving skills
Proficient in various MS Personal Computing Programs (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with large IT related projects and business transformations
PMI (Project Management Institute) CAPM or PMP certification
Experience using MS Project and Visio (or similar tools) at intermediate to advance level
Familiarity with Life, LTC and Annuity insurance products
Previous experience in finance, risk management, operations or actuarial

Responsibilities

Lead Benefit Solutions Program, a complex, strategic, high-impact program comprised of many multiple projects with significant cross-functional engagement including actuarial, operations, marketing, legal / compliance, reinsurance & IT
Assist USLI actuarial & IT leaders with prioritizing initiatives aligned to business strategy and managing tactical coordination of these areas to deliver integrated execution. As needed, participate in functional meetings or lead functional specific prioritization meetings to facilitate this objective.
Assist, as needed, with building project business cases and funding requests, to include validating cost and benefit assumptions with stakeholders, resource managers and process owners
Assist with supplier engagement, if necessary, to refine business cases, execution of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and enablement of implementation
Coordinate effective interface with executive leadership, keeping them informed of critical performance indicators including project status, risks/issues, budget, etc. and ensuring that key decisions are made timely and aligned to program goals and business strategy
Responsible for the overall heath and governance of all projects and activities performed under the Benefits Solution Program, whether directly managed or administered by other Project Management resources
Manage projects using widely accepted project methodologies; consistently apply project management tools and methods to manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, communication, resources and suppliers
Develop and integrate plans for large cross-functional programs requiring multiple work-streams and sub-plans; assist in developing appropriate program structures for applicable projects

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
Generous Paid Time Off - Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

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