Technology Program Manager POST NUMBER: 430953
Role Overview:
The Technology Program Manager will lead the configuration, development, and launch of annuity products on digital platforms. This role requires strong analytical skills, project management expertise, and the ability to drive initiatives effectively. While experience with launching financial or compliance-related updates on digital platforms is preferred, it is not mandatory. The role combines traditional project/program management with support for agile development practices. This position requires onsite presence three days a week in Durham, NC.
Responsibilities:
- Program Management: Plan, execute, and deliver annuity product launches and compliance updates on digital platforms.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product development, compliance, engineering, and testing teams to define roadmaps and manage dependencies.
- Release Planning and Management: Oversee the development and enhancement of annuity products, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.
- Digital Compliance Delivery: Translate regulatory updates into technical requirements and coordinate timely project delivery.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary contact for stakeholders, providing updates on project status, risks, and dependencies.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and implement best practices.
- Risk Management: Anticipate and mitigate risks to ensure successful project outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
- 5 years of experience in program or project management, in financial services or insurance.
- Experience delivering financial products on digital platforms is preferred.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex projects from initiation to launch.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- PMP, Agile, or similar project management certification is highly desirable.
What We Offer:
- Full-time, salaried position (DOE).
- Comprehensive benefits package.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for program management and digital innovation, we encourage you to apply!
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.