Project Manager - MassMutual Strategic Distributors - MassMutual

The Opportunity The MMSD Program and Delivery team is looking to hire a Project Manager to coordinate, plan, develop and implement moderate to complex business projects as well as readiness initiatives and recommend appropriate strategies, actions, and / or alternatives for business decisions relative to the projects under area of responsibility.

In this role, you will demonstrate accountability, agility, a dedication to be inclusive, a strong business acumen, and will show courage, even in the most difficult situations.

We also highly value strong communication skills, a passion for learning, leadership traits, resilience, and self-awareness.

The TeamMMSD’s strategy is to aggressively grow top line sales by expanding existing and establishing new partnerships with financial institutions (Wire Houses, Banks, Broker-Dealers) and making significant investments in Technology, Sales, Operations, Marketing and Product development.

Our strategy will be driven by dedicated, diverse teams across the enterprise where we will prioritize and embrace a dynamic, agile, inclusive and entrepreneurial culture.

The Impact As a Project Manager your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following : Accountable for monitoring project progress and ensuring timely, cost effective and high-quality execution of project including budget, timelines, and resource allocation to achieve project objectivesLead project team to develop / refine integrated plans and execute cross-functional implementation plansEnsure that all project team members understand project goals and objectives, current project plan and schedule, critical path activities and activities that may become critical path activitiesProvide a continuously updated and balanced appraisal of the project status, including risk, cost, and value to stakeholdersResponsible for alignment of functional plans with approved project plans and ensuring high quality executionEnsure alignment between project strategy and tactical executionProactively identify issues while resolving conflicts and communicating project-related issues to senior executive managementDevelop and partner with team on an overall communication strategy, as well as the field strategy and broad internal / external communicationsLead broad scope projects that have medium to long-term focus of varying duration, size, and complexityNavigate ambiguity to deliver resultsManage budget, timeline, resources and scope through prioritization throughout the course of all assigned projectsLead project teams during all phases of the development life cycle including requirements gathering and analysis, design, build, pilot, implementation and continuous serviceBe self-supportive in collaborating with peers to effectively deliver a robust solution for the businessDrive lessons learned and knowledge retention for future useDemonstrate proven capability to be organized yet flexible / adaptableThe Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s Degree7+ years of project management experience including managing and driving the execution of complex, cross functional, strategic based project experience15% travelThe Ideal QualificationsMaster’s Degree in Business, Project Management, or an analytical field such as Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science3rd party distribution / market experienceLife / Annuity product experience PMP CertificationAbility to operate in both agile and waterfall project environmentsAbility to understand and support overall project goals and resolve and remove obstacles to the project’s completionAn agile leader who is able to summarize complex situations, with the flexibility to adapt quickly and influence change within the organizationAbility to lead, motivate and obtain buy-in at all levelsWhat to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the TeamRegular meetings with the MMSD TeamFocused one-on-one meetings with your managerAccess to mentorship opportunitiesNetworking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic / Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource GroupsAccess to learning content on Degreed and other informational platformsYour ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical nosiness with industry leading pay and benefits#LI-CR41MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority / Female / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Individual with Disability / Protected Veteran.

We welcome all persons to apply. Note : Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.