Job Description

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Project Manager III!

About the Role

The Project Manager III role is responsible for planning and leading multiple, large, unrelated projects or one very large project of strategic importance to the Division. These projects will typically have budgets ranging from $1 - $5 million, multiple customers/stakeholders across many departments and functions, a large project team where all team members are remote, external partners or vendors, and a complex technology component.

What you will do

• Partners with Project Sponsor(s) to develop comprehensive business cases and Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs).
• Is proficient in multiple project management and software development methodologies and applies the methodology best suited to the project.
• Ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget and delivers quality results that meet Customer expectations.
• Develops project structure, detailed schedules, estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Assembles resources and manages the project team so that project objectives are delivered within time, scope, quality or budget constraints.
• Actively manages risks, issues and concerns throughout the project lifecycle and employs effective change control processes.
• Clearly communicates project status and metrics with all Stakeholders affected by the project as well as Corporate Governance and the Executive Management team.
• Evangelizes project management processes, tools and techniques as a means of delivering business value. Is sought out as a mentor and coach.

Why work at Symetra

“From day one, I felt welcomed and encouraged to bring my full self to work. Symetra truly lives up to its commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—it's more than just words here; it's part of the culture.” - Whitney T., Talent Development

“If you're looking for a place to call home, grow professionally and personally and most importantly, be yourself, Symetra is the right fit.” - Daniel P., Director Underwriting

What we offer you

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Salary Range: $106,400 – $177,300 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Qualifications

Who you are

• College degree or equivalent work experience.
• PMP preferred
• 8-10 years of cumulative, relevant experience
• Experienced professional with considerable and extensive skills knowledge for the role.
• Possesses wide range of experience and uses professional practices to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Is the recognized expert within the department or division.
• Work requires in-depth knowledge of the field as well as the ability to evaluate external factors and impact to strategic goals.
• High school diploma required.

We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered

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