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Senior Global Total Rewards Project Manager (Benefits)

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Gallagher Re

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Rolling Meadows

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Bachelor's, 7+ years in PMO with Total Rewards, PMP certification, HRIS experience, strong project management skills, and effective communication abilities.
  • You will lead project management for benefits and compensation, create plans, track progress, engage collaborators, resolve issues, and present updates to leadership while ensuring quality and efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in a Functional Project Manager PMO role, with an emphasis in Total Rewards.
  • Proficiency in PMO methodologies.
  • Prior experience establishing PMO capabilities in an organization and aligning stakeholders to best practices in project management.
  • Prior experience with HRIS and data administration project lifecycles.
  • Solid knowledge of HRIS system design.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite of applications.
  • Ability to collaborate on and manage complex, multi-team projects.
  • PMP Certification
  • Prior experience with operational projects in HR/Employee Benefits and related lifecycles
  • Strong proficiency in project management or PMO methodologies, tools, and techniques, including SmartSheets.
  • Ability to create and maintain detailed, comprehensive project management plans for multiple, concurrent projects.
  • Strong understanding of HR, Total Rewards or Compensation disciplines is desired.
  • Has working technical knowledge of HRIS systems and unique project needs of techno-functional projects.
  • Effective communication and people skills to collaborate and present to cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to develop stakeholder presentations in a clear and concise manner. May need to develop Executive Summaries for leadership.
  • Experience navigating rapid and significant organizational change.
  • Good quantitative and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project management activities to support implementations and large operational projects within the Employee Benefits and Compensation functional groups.
  • Create and sustain detailed, comprehensive project plans, charters, executive summaries for each project.
  • Define project’s tasks, resources, timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with collaborators and project team members.
  • Lead the project scope, goals, and objectives, considering management’s requirements and priorities.
  • Track completion and timeliness of project tasks; identify and surface risks as needed.
  • Make course corrections when needed for delays.
  • Partner with management to identify key collaborators and their role in the project including downstream impacts.
  • Engage with key partners throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Cultivate effective and professional communication and collaboration to ensure alignment and set expectations.
  • Quickly handle and resolve issues as they arise.
  • Ensure quality assurance practices are followed to ensure a professional and successful outcome.
  • Develop and deliver weekly/monthly updates on each project via status reports.
  • Provide related metrics for project achievements.
  • Serve as a functional liaison to internal HRIS and project governance teams.
  • Coordinate submission and completion of technical work requests.
  • Facilitate exchange of information and deliverables between functional and technical teams.
  • Monitor cross-functional project work.
  • Document technical processes and procedures.
  • Present project updates to senior leadership, partners, and governance teams.
  • Stay abreast of Project Management standard processes to incorporate into work as approved.
  • Contribute to the creation of a Global Total Rewards Project Management Organization (PMO) to develop PMO expertise and drive efficiencies in project and portfolio management.
  • Define and recommend standard processes for project and portfolio management.
  • Collaborate with internal functional teams to seek opportunities for process improvement and enhanced workflow efficiency.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Senior Global Total Rewards Project Manager?

The primary role is to implement project management activities that support benefits and compensation Centers of Excellence (COEs) within Corporate HR.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 7 years of experience in a Functional Project Manager PMO role with an emphasis on Total Rewards are required.

Is PMP certification preferred for this role?

Yes, PMP certification is highly preferred for this role.

What project management tools or methodologies should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should have strong proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, including SmartSheets.

Will the Senior Global Total Rewards Project Manager work with external partners?

Yes, the incumbent will collaborate with various partners, including external program vendors and other stakeholders across the enterprise.

What types of benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include medical/dental/vision plans, life and accident insurance, 401(K) options, educational expense reimbursement, and paid parental leave, among others.

Is there any opportunity for process improvement in this role?

Yes, the role involves identifying opportunities for process improvement and enhancing workflow efficiency as part of contributing to a Global Total Rewards Project Management Organization.

What skills are necessary for effective communication in this position?

Strong communication and people skills are required to collaborate and present effectively to cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Will this role require the development of project management plans?

Yes, the Senior Global Total Rewards Project Manager is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed, comprehensive project management plans for multiple concurrent projects.

How does Gallagher value inclusion and diversity?

Gallagher embraces diversity in all its forms and considers inclusion as a conscious commitment, seeing it as a vital strength that enhances the organization's ability to serve clients and communities effectively.

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Mission & Purpose

The reinsurance landscape is evolving. To compete in a global marketplace, our clients and carriers demand scale and breadth. And we’re rising to meet the challenges ahead. As we welcome Willis Re to the Gallagher Re team, we look forward to driving greater value by combining the knowledge and expertise of our two organisations. The new Gallagher Re is more than just bigger. It’s smarter, faster, and stronger. At Gallagher Re, client advocacy is at the heart of everything we do. We are here to help you face your future with confidence.