Job Description
* Manages programs of large (may be global) scope, impact, and complexity through all phases of the lifecycle, focusing on the development, implementation, or upgrade of internal customers' technology, products, or processes. This may provide secondary or indirect support of customer products.
* Manages interdependencies and integration among multiple projects, teams, and stakeholders.
* Has decision-making authority at the program level.
* Handles cross-organizational programs of broad scope and high complexity or of broad scope and moderate complexity, usually managing a core team that manages function-specific teams.
* Sets direction for the team and the program managers directly related to corporate policies or important business operations to meet strategic goals of significance.
* Leads the core team and guides the performance of functional teams. Is the key interface with stakeholders and leadership internally and externally.
* Sets and refines project objectives.
* Assigns overall tasks to the team and manages general areas of responsibility in support of program goals.
* Exercises judgment and discretion to develop solutions, remove obstacles, and redefine approaches.
* Recommends or sets business strategies or corporate policies and deviates as appropriate.
* Oversees identification of tasks and research, dependencies, costs; assigns resources, and communicates expectations to core team members.
* Creates/tracks/adjusts the program schedule.
* Assesses risks and identifies solutions to timely, efficient achievement of program goals.
* Ensures that quality standards and budget constraints are met.
* Ensures appropriate progress against schedule and takes remedial action as appropriate.
* Prioritizes utilization of resources with other functions.
* Influences business unit or cross-organizational strategies relevant to program goals.
* Ownership to drive the pensions roadmap in the region, partnering with Total Rewards consultants/design teams to agree on the right retirement program/plans for the region.
* Responsible for the delivery of pension programs in the region. Retirement program management responsibilities include ensuring that pension/retirement programs achieve their design objectives and are administered cost-effectively with high quality and control.
* Manages pension suppliers to ensure smooth delivery of pension programs, including legislative updates and compliance reporting.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Proven ability to collaborate across diverse business partners and stakeholders to implement plans and deliver retirement operation goals.
* Subject matter expert from within the pensions and investment industries across the UK, Ireland (EMEA countries) (Minimum 5 years' experience).
* Excellent stakeholder management and engagement with senior business/site managers.
* Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to adjust the tone, explanation, and communication from high level to detail and manage it in real-time.
* Strong influencing skills - Using data and persuasive techniques.
* Confidence and conviction to drive activities forward.
* Proven project management and industry consultancy expertise with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and processes as part of a global team.
* Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Thorough knowledge of Compensation and Benefits or a related discipline.
* Bachelor's degree; Advanced degree or Master's is a bonus in a relevant discipline.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in managing local and global suppliers.
* Project Management Experience (PMP or equivalent desirable but not required).
* Technical expertise with a strong network within the pension industry.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Experience in managing supplier payments, financing planning, budget, and data analysis.
* Management experience would be a nice addition.
Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
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