Project Manager II
About The Position
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re seeking a Project Manager II to lead and support operational and business initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strong communicator who can effectively coordinate across teams, manage project execution, and contribute to successful delivery of key initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in project management practices and is comfortable with ambiguity. This is a role on a team of project portfolio management professionals within Pacific Life Investments (PLI) in Newport Beach, CA.
Requirements
- 3+ years of project management experience supporting cross-functional initiatives.
- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, exhibit poise and exercise diplomacy in communication.
- The ability to manage multiple projects, deliverables, and priorities concurrently, maintaining organization and accountability across workstreams.
- Foundational knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to identify risks, track dependencies, and support issue resolution.
- Comfortable receiving direction while also taking initiative to move work forward.
- Proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Copilot, OneNote, Teams, SharePoint, Project, PowerPoint and Excel, as well as additional project management tools such as Planview or Smartsheet.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to investment operations, manager onboarding, or financial servicers environments.
- Experience supporting process improvement and operational initiatives.
- Adept analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to translate project requirements into clear, actional tasks and timelines.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through on deliverables.
- Interest in leveraging tools or emerging technologies (e.g. AI) to improve efficiency.
- Progress toward a PMP or other project management certification.
Responsibilities
- Support and lead delivery of cross-functional projects from planning through implementation, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
- Coordinate onboarding activities for third-party investment managers, partnering with investments, operations, legal, finance and technology teams.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and status reports to ensure transparency and alignment.
- Identify risks, dependencies, and potential impacts; support development of mitigation plans and escalate as needed.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders to ensure shared understanding of priorities, progress, and decisions.
- Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate collaboration.
- Facilitate project meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through on deliverables.
- Support operational readiness and change management activities as new processes or capabilities are implemented.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including adoption of tools, technologies, or practices that enhance delivery e.g. AI.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
- Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
