Sr. Program Manager, Next Gen Transformation - Remote

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

128d • $136,800 - $202,550

About The Position

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the top personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the U.S. Our employees proudly live our core beliefs and fulfill our enduring purpose to help members prevent, prepare for and recover from life's uncertainties, and we're proud of the culture we create together. As we commit to progress over perfection, we recognize that every day is an opportunity to be innovative and adaptable. At CSAA IG, we hire good people for a brighter tomorrow. We are actively hiring for a Sr. Program Manager! Join us and support CSAA IG in achieving our goals. Please note that this is a remote, home telework role, but may require up to 50% travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of prior experience in consulting, enterprise level portfolio/program/project management.
• Experience in business analysis, process improvement project management, and change management.
• Experience with financial statements, terminology, analysis, and business case development.
• Experience leading large cross-functional projects and programs.
• Expertise in analyzing and planning complex, multifunctional initiatives.
• Minimum 2 large scale implementation of programs.
• Excellent understanding of program management and Agile methodologies.
• Good understanding of change management principles.
• Solid understanding of computer systems characteristics and integration capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of people leader experience, with at least 1 year leading people leaders.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP).
• Prior Software Transformation program experience.
• Guidewire experience.
• Strong financial analysis skills and experience in developing/managing business cases.
• High attention to detail and proactive self-starter with excellent time management skills.
• Excellent skills using MS Excel, SmartSheet, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic program execution, managing cross-functional teams and transformation program governance.
• Manage a team of program management resources overseeing the portfolio of enterprise and divisional initiatives.
• Align with business and IT leaders to understand divisional strategies and translate that strategy into roadmaps for execution.
• Provide central oversight and management for Next Generation Transformation, from program inception through execution.
• Conduct analysis on program levers, dependencies, and tradeoffs to inform program timelines and strategic investment decisions.
• Develop senior level presentations and present in meetings with leadership.
• Lead and mentor Program Managers in support of Product, IT, and other cross-functional partners.
• Manage consistency and quality of Program Management services provided to internal customers.
• Establish trusted relationships with key program/project partners.
• Act as Liaison between product leadership and Strategy Execution and Realization (SEAR).
• Mobilize, motivate, and influence key partners and project teams.
• Assist Business Owners in managing risk and keeping clients advised of relevant developments.

Benefits

• Total compensation package including performance bonus.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Flexible working location options: remote, hybrid, or in-person.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees