Programme Manager (Post-Merger Integration & Carve-Out)

Willis Re • Minneapolis, MN

18h

About The Position

The US Integration Program Manager will drive the execution, governance, and operational cutover of North American workstreams for the Willis Re / BMS Group integration program. The role manages cross-functional delivery, tracks milestone baselines, and coordinates transition activities across technology, operations, finance, and corporate functions. It works closely with the Transition Services Agreement (TSA) Manager and PMO, and reports directly to the corporate Program Director based in London.

The position is based in Minneapolis and involves travel across key US locations, including Minneapolis, New York, and Dallas, as needed to support workstream alignment and cutover milestones. The successful candidate will bring experience in complex post-merger integrations, carve-outs, and TSA exits in a global financial services environment, along with strong governance, delivery, and stakeholder-management capabilities.

Requirements

• Proven track record leading complex post-merger integrations, carve-outs, and TSA exits within global corporate environments.
• Deep experience operating within Financial Services; broader financial services experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to hold cross-functional leads accountable across time zones.
• Strong background in establishing program rhythms, managing 90-day exit forecasts, and maintaining audit-ready program documentation.
• Willingness to travel across key US locations, including Minneapolis, New York, and Dallas, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance or reinsurance experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of US integration plans, tracking progress against baselined milestones, exit targets, and RAID logs.
• Manage dependencies across active Transition Service Agreements (TSAs), ensuring operational readiness for service exits and target operating model cutovers.
• Drive weekly workstream standups and progress reviews, and prepare executive-level reporting for internal leadership and steering committees.
• Serve as the primary US operational bridge between workstream leads, technical teams, and external consulting partners to ensure regional alignment.
• Identify technical, operational, and commercial risks; manage resolution frameworks and escalate unresolved blockages through defined governance channels.
• Coordinate transition activities across technology, operations, finance, and corporate functions in collaboration with the TSA Manager and PMO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed