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Hybrid Strategic Program/Project Manager – Hybrid

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About the role

  • Consume and support interpreting market, competitive, and internal analysis to inform project/program strategy and provide thought partnership to sponsors.
  • Translate strategic goals into actionable roadmaps and initiatives, identifying opportunities for growth, efficiency, or transformation.
  • Define scope, objectives, timelines, and success metrics in partnership with project/program managers and pillar sponsors.
  • Lead large, complex projects and programs, managing contingencies, interdependencies, and resources across the project or program.
  • Manage risks, dependencies, and resource allocation for the collective pillar, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Monitor KPIs and strategy pillar performance, providing insights and recommendations to pillar sponsors and key stakeholders based on data.
  • Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for portfolio and strategy managers, including program health, high-level financials, and benefits realization in partnership with applicable stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders and sponsors to align priorities, facilitate decision-making, and communicate pillar status, risks, and results.
  • Foster strong, trust-based relationships with project team, enabling supportive accountability and creating space for open dialogue, shared ownership, and proactive problem-solving.
  • Facilitate meetings with intention and consistency with clear agendas, concise recaps, and follow-up actions; ensuring productive experiences for stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with stakeholders and partners within the business and across the organization to navigate complex problems and decisions.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation (RAID logs, status reports, shared notes, roadmaps).
  • Reduce stakeholder noise through concise, purposeful communications and well-prepared meetings.
  • Ensure project and program governance, stakeholder engagement, and change management efforts are executed effectively.
  • Demonstrate clear and transparent communication, prioritization, a one-team mindset, and accountability in all interactions.
  • Act as a steward of connecting the dots, gathering insights and asking critical questions to drive value.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, integrity, and shared success.
  • Demonstrate collaboration and leadership within the Strategy Team and broader cross-functional teams supporting EBS initiatives to optimize team results, flexibility, efficiency, and consistency.
  • Mentor less experienced project managers or contract resources and contribute to a culture of learning and growth.

Requirements

  • 3+ years project/program management experience, including large, complex cross-functional projects or programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct strategic analysis and translate strategy into actionable plans.
  • Strong facilitation skills, including meeting preparation, agenda setting, follow-up and ability to read the room.
  • Advanced problem solving, critical thinking, and ability to ask insightful questions.
  • Experience with performance tracking, KPI monitoring, and executive-level reporting.
  • Ability to build relationships, foster a one-team mindset, and drive accountability.
  • Excellent communication, prioritization, and organizational skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of project and program management best practices and methodologies (agile, waterfall, etc.).
  • PMP Certification preferred.
  • Experience in financial services and/or highly matrixed organizations preferred.
  • Commitment to EBS values: caring about others, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
  • Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
  • Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
  • Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
  • Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
  • Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
  • Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including: Mental Wellness and Disability Pride at Securian Financial, Securian Young Professionals Network, Securian Multicultural Network, Securian Women and Allies Network, Servicemember Associate Resource Group

Job title

Strategic Program/Project Manager – Hybrid

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$69,500 - $129,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

PMP

Location requirements

HybridSaint PaulUnited States

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