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Senior Project Manager, Global TechnologyHartford, CT | Stamford, CT | USAThis key role within the Global Technology Department will deliver specific and approved projects in the best interests of the customer, managing budget, scope, risks, issues, dependencies, schedule, and resources to deliver desired project benefits. This role will report directly into the Project Management Lead under Accelerate Americas function.Our ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world's risks. In the Americas, we'll live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide. We're confronting our clients' risk management challenges by finding solutions that further their strategic goals and help them build more sustainable, thriving businesses.What you'll be doingAt AXA XL, we are transforming our Project Management practices. To deliver complex projects to successful completion in the best interests of the customer. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to enable our business partners across the Americas and other regions/functions as needed.This includes, managing budgets, risks and ensuring business value will be front and center for each project. The involves, key interactions with the Delivery Leads, Change Managers, Business Analysts, Project Management Team Leads, Business Engagement Leads, Business Project Managers, Business Stakeholder and Resource Managers.You will be managing medium to large size complex Projects based on business needs; and may include discretional transformational Projects/Programs.What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, product, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks throughout delivery life cycle.
• Exceptional problem solving and influencing skills.
• Identify the critical project path, scheduling resources accordingly to remove impediments, obstacles, and blockers and resolve scheduling delays for the team.
• A quantitative approach to problem and a collaborative implementer to holistic solutions; a systems thinker
• Ability to simplify the technically complex and drive well-educated decisions across product, engineering, design and data science representatives.
• Deep focus on execution, follow-through, accountability, and results.
• Exceptional cross-team collaboration, able to work across different functions, organizations and reporting boundaries to get the job done.
• Creates and manages project and program dashboard, timelines, documents and supporting systems/tools according to established industry best practices.
• Actively analyze and highlight inconsistencies, risks, and scheduling conflicts.
• Ensures data is accurately reported in PM systems, and team sites.
• Leads focused sub-teams/workstreams as required (technical, business, etc...)
• Lead and participate in development of risk and issue assessments.
• Responsible for preparation of program team and PM status reports/timelines and key deliverables are clear, transparent, and delivered to all stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Highly tuned emotional intelligence, good listener, and deep-seated empathy for teams and partners.
• Provide technical guidance and peer-to-peer coaching on project management tools/systems to new project team members and other functional support personnel as appropriate.
• Develop governance and decision-making materials as required.
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives as needed.
• Serve as acting program manager when needed.
• Plan and manage scope, objectives, project/phase steps/gates based on PMO standards and project compliance.
• Contribute to project expense planning and resource management.
• Experience in implementation of any Cloud Migration projects is a plus.

What you'll bringWe're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Required Skills And Abilities

• Extensive experience managing complex projects and programs of $1M+
• Moderate to extensive experience managing technical programs.
• Insurance, Banking, Technical industry experience is most preferred.
• Experience of running multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to provide innovative solutions based on robust understanding of business objectives.
• Outstanding problem solving with a willingness to pursue creative solutions.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to senior leaders.
• Experience of benefits driven change and minimum viable product concepts
• Prince 2, SCRUM Master, Scaled Agile (SAFE), PMP Certification (or equivalents) is desirable.
• Proficient user of project management tools for example MS Project, MS Office Suite, Financial Tracking
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS)

Desired Skills And Abilities

• Moderate to extensive experience leading integrated solutions to enable the business strategy g.
• Some to moderate experience building highly scalable products & platforms and services
• Some to moderate experience with Agile delivery
• Some to moderate experience delivering large and complex programs - where you own the business or technical strategy, collaborate with large cross-functional teams, secure commitments on deliverables, and unblock teams to land business impact.
• Experience in building systems & solutions within a highly regulated environment.
• Management of complex projects within the framework and governance model in use at AXA XL (both Agile and Waterfall)
• Comprehensive Project definition and initiation, including scope, cost, time and quality estimates.
• Building effective project teams and establish excellent working relationships with project stakeholders.
• Preparing and maintaining up to date project plans and budget forecasts collaboratively with all key project team members
• Robust risk, issue and dependency management, proactively identifying and mitigating items to keep projects on track.
• Managing scope, including change controls
• Mentoring and providing guidance to less experienced Project Managers
• Initiating improvements to existing Project Management and Governance processes
• Establishing and maintaining a robust partnership with the Project Management Office and other teams as required

What we offerInclusionAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Total RewardsAXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.SustainabilityAt AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.Our Pillars

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.The U.S. base salary range for this position is $106,500 to $186,500 USD.Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay.At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.Who we areAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more at axaxl.com

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionProject Management and Information Technology
• IndustriesInsurance

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