We have an exciting opportunity foraSenior Standards Program Manager for Combustion,Cableand Conduit (CCC) atUL Standards & EngagementThis is a hybrid opportunity based inEvanston,IL; Raleigh-Durham, NC; or Ottawa, Canada.

The Senior Standards Program Manager for Combustion, Cable and Conduit (CCC) will support a diverse portfolio of standards and lead the execution of our standards development and maintenance process to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Senior Standards Program Manager willleverageexpertiseto inform the standards development strategy focused on optimization, efficiency,capacityand impact of safety standards. The Senior Standards Program manager will ensure the effective execution of the processes for developing andmaintaininghigh-quality standards while providing oversight and guidance tostandardsteam members.

UL Standards & Engagement

At UL Standards & Engagement(ULSE),weexpand the boundaries of safety science tocreate a more secure and sustainable world. Formore thana century, we havecreated new safety standardsand shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries.Weidentifycritical safety and sustainability issues, askingtoughquestions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us.Join us and work with ourStandardsteamswho develop the standardsrequiredto putthat knowledgeinto practice.

Whatyou’lllearnandachieve:

AstheSenior Standards Program Manager (CCC),youwill play a key role in the rapid growth of ULas you:

• Lead full lifecycle of standard developmentprocess, including identifying needs, creating, revising approving and publishing standards.Manage multiple projects to ensure successful execution aligned with organizational goals.

• Drive the integration of safety standards and requirements into relevant end-product and services standards, and advocate for use of UL standards publications.

• Serve assubjectmatter expert in technical or programarea Build andmaintainrelationships with stakeholdersrelativeto assigned portfolio, actively engage external stakeholders, and represent the organization through presentations, technical committees, panel discussions, and publications.

• Develop and implement technical program strategic plans, processes, communication systems, informationsystemsand performance measurement systems.

• Scope and lead end-to-end project plans. Troubleshoot and address complex and undefined issuesimpactingbroad areas of the standards developmentorganization, andlead process improvement within cross-functional partnerships.

• Continuouslymonitorthe performance and status of standards within the portfolio. Identify opportunities for program expansion, ensure the continuous evolution and relevance of safetystandardsand create capacity for new high-impact standards.

• Represent ULSE in stakeholder bodies within specific industry sectors or categories. Lead collaborative efforts and consensus building to advance safety standards initiatives.

• Lead technical committee chairs and multiple standards teams with complex workstreams that span one or more programarea

• Provide oversight, guidance,coachingand training to junior and seasoned team members. Cultivatecollaborativeenvironment to ensureteam’ssuccess in effective execution of standards activities.

• Maintaincontinued awareness of industry trends and external context related to the portfolio, offering insight to inform strategic decisions and direction of the standards development function.

• Contribute to department initiatives as needed.

Whatyou’llexperience working atUL Standards & EngagementWe have pursued our mission of workingfora safer, more secure,and sustainableworldfornearly 130years,embedding conscientious stewardshipintoeverything we do.

• PeopleOur people make us special.You’llwork with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network,becauseour approach is collaborative. We collaborateacross disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require

• Interesting work Every day is different for us hereWeseewhat’son the horizon anduse ourexpertiseto build the foundations of a safer future.You’llhave the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Growandachieve We learn, work,and grow togetherthroughtargeted development, reward,and recognition programs

• Values Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and fosterpartnershipsthat enable us to pursue abeneficentfuture in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards:All employees at UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

Whatmakes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes

• Demonstratedadvanced level knowledge in program management, with advancedexpertiseto lead, mentor, and manage the execution of processes or projects within technical or program area.

• Establishedleader with experience executing strategy. Able to set strategic direction, interpret, support, and execute organizational strategy while effectively translatingobjectivesinto actionable plans and driving successful execution.

• Demonstratedability to lead and develop high performing teams. Experience setting expectations whileestablishingand operationalizing clear goals and enforcing accountability for both processes and results.

• Excellent communicator and presenter, skilled in conflict mediation, negotiation and influencing diverse stakeholders. Proven capability inestablishingeffective relationships with others, including senior leaders and external stakeholders.

• Experience fostering collaboration and partnership with cross functional teams to develop solutions with broad impact.

• Strategic thinker withabilityto innovate and adaptina dynamic industry landscape.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor’sdegreerequired Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum9 years of related work experience.

• PMP or relevant project management certificationa plus