JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and
growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive
difference. Job Description At Northwestern Mutual, we\'re changing the
way people think about financial planning with the scale of a Fortune
100 company. We\'re redefining and disrupting the industry while
changing people\'s financial lives with better experiences and better
technology. We believe in building inclusive and diverse workplaces,
where every voice is heard. Come help us build for the future!
Description: This position as Technical Program Manager is in the Data
Science and Analytics PMO within the Core Data and Analytics (CDA)
Organization. The role is responsible for managing one or more large,
sophisticated programs consisting of multiple projects.
Responsibilities: Works with multiple teams and across workstreams to
define scope, timeline and dependencies of projects. Defines priorities
and success criteria based on business partner objectives. Works with
business area, analysts and engineers to understand data and technical
requirements Identifies and mitigates program risks by removing
impediments and raising when applicable. Is proficient in risk
management processes. Leads, coordinates and participates in program
ceremonies from concept to production. Solves unique problems with broad
impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to
develop solutions. Collaborates with leadership to align resources
across programs, projects or services; works within general department
policies and industry guidelines. Adheres to the organizational program
structure and follows PMO standards to deliver on strategic objectives.
Heavily passionate about good communication to ensure key decisions and
project status is clear to stakeholders at all levels in an enterprise
setting. Responsible for reporting status, achievements and results in a
timely manner and in accordance with PMO best practices. Maintains
positive working relationships with customers, business partners and
team members. Contributes to a positive team culture with a can do
attitude Is an eager and constant learner. Requirements: Bachelor\'s
degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems
or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work
experience 9-14 years of professional experience Five or more years of
project management experience at a program management level in a
technology and/or data function. Experience working within program
management methodologies & governance Solid understanding of project
management / agile tooling, Jira a plus Practical knowledge of database
design and experience capturing technical data requirements preferred.
Strong, problem solving and analytical thinking skills Lean, A3 or Six
Sigma experience a plus. We are an equal... For full info follow
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encouraged to apply.