Project Manager - Results Delivery Office

Job Number: 9750

Job Number: 250000G4

External Description: At Equitable, our power is in our people.

We're individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here, you'll work with dynamic individuals, build your skills, and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?

The Results Delivery Office (RDO) is responsible for the planning, execution and implementation of complex, transversal programs that support Equitable 's growth and efficiency strategies. The RDO team delivers results through disciplined project and change management practices, leveraging standard project/change management methodologies and tools in alignment with best practices. Our core values are objectivity, transparency and integrity - these values are the foundation of the team's mission to successfully and confidently deliver on critical strategic initiatives that support the company's success as a public company.

The RDO team is seeking a high-energy, results-driven Project Manager to join their team!

The Program Management Career Model provides leadership and oversight on enterprise programs to ensure corporate outcomes and benefits are realized.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Successfully lead large scale projects and deliver on project/business objectives.
• Drive the development and maintenance of a tightly integrated project schedule across multiple workstreams.
• Provide a disciplined yet flexible approach to project planning and execution, adapting to the unique needs of each project, sponsor or situation, always driving forward on the critical path.
• Direct internal team members with day-to-day management of the project schedule, including project dashboards, reporting, KPIs, risk/action logs and other artifacts.
• Implement rigorous risk management practices early in the process to identify potential pitfalls and develop mitigation strategies well in advance of risk realization.
• Develop data-driven reporting and relevant KPIs to track/measure performance and course correct when necessary, including rigorous adherence to budget reporting.
• Able to work with and influence stakeholders at all levels in the organization to successfully deliver on project commitments. The ability to develop strong relationships and influence without authority is a core capability of RDO senior team members.
• Partner with key leadership team members in identifying, prioritizing and implementing transformational objectives in their business operations using operational excellence/business process techniques and resources.
• Work with team members & peers to identify issues and use problem-solving skills (including root cause analysis) to resolve issues in a timely manner. Able to break down complex issues into discrete components to analyze, diagnose, assess and recommend viable solutions.
• Through industry leading and research-based methodologies, provide change discipline to enable end-user adoption required to realize targeted objectives.

In office schedule: This team member will be working in the office 2-3 days per week.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$115,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.

For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.

Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree. Major in Finance, Mathematics, Operational Research and/or Business Administration is preferable.
• 8 years of business experience.
• 6 years of experience as a project manager leading increasingly complex programs.
• Technology: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Timeline Pro, Visio (or equivalent process mapping software).
• Demonstrated knowledge of project planning and execution methodologies, including risk management and delivery excellence.
• Experience building/managing complex project schedules and the ability to interpret results to drive decision-making.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and communicate results to project team members.
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
• Knowledge of the financial services industry is desirable but not required.
• Develop lasting relationships and collaborate with business partners and team members through data accuracy, transparency and integrity without exception.
• Comfortable working with and influencing all levels of stakeholders, from executive management to individual contributors to drive timely decision-making.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project planning and execution methodologies, including risk management and delivery excellence.
• Experience building/managing complex project schedules and the ability to interpret results to drive decision-making.
• Maintain process rigor, discipline and accountability while also being adaptable in using tools and methodologies in different ways.
• Proven analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to break down data/information into meaningful findings and develop recommendations that lead to informed decision-making.
• Maintain highest ethical standards; demonstrate practicality, integrity and respect for others. Promotes diversity and a culture of inclusion.
• Change management experience.
• Great attitude and teamwork are differentiating factors, as well promoting a collaborative team culture & values.
• Experience in Microsoft Project and Azure DevOps.

Skills

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Knowledge of collaborative techniques and approaches; ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and working together across functions to solve business problems and meet business goals.

Organizational Change Management: Knowledge of key roles, activities and major issues affecting change management; ability to align the organization's people and culture with changes in business strategy, organizational structure, technology and business processes.

ABOUT EQUITABLE

At Equitable, we're a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.

We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently - where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.

We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.

We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.

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Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.

NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com .

Community / Marketing Title: Project Manager - Results Delivery Office

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