Project Manager, Operations
Company: AAA Life Insurance Company
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 1, 2025
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Job Description:
OverviewAre you ready to redefine how an entire industry engages with customers? At AAA Life we leverage technology to put human connection at the heart of what we do. If you are someone who thrives on purpose and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives when it matters most, then AAA Life is the place for you. Join us as we grow into one of the top 5 life insurers in the US, powered by the strength of one of America's most trusted brands. These facts showcase why we're the right choice:
- On purpose: a leading professional services firm found that the
commitment, empathy and dedication of employees at AAA Life was the
highest across a benchmark of top US companies
- On growth: we have the privilege to offer our products to tens
of millions of Americans that are proud members of AAA
- On making a difference: we serve Americans by delivering life
insurance products that make a true difference for families during
their hardest times, not wealth management instruments (more
details on this during the interview)
- On culture: USA Today named us a 2024 top workplace
nationwideWho are we looking for?We are seeking a dynamic and
detail-oriented Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced
environment. You should be passionate about delivering results and
taking on responsibility, highly organized, and able to manage
multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate is a natural
leader with strong communication skills, capable of driving
cross-functional teams toward a common goal. You are a problem
solver with a proactive approach, who enjoys overcoming challenges
and is committed to continuous improvement. Your ability to
anticipate risks and manage resources effectively will be key to
your success.ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Initiation
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope, objectives, and success criteria of multi million strategic Operations projects
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and key deliverables
- Create detailed work breakdown structures and task assignments
to ensure clear understanding of roles and responsibilitiesTeam
Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, ensuring all members understand project goals and their specific contributions
- Facilitate effective communication within the team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and problem-solving
- Follow up diligently and consistently with task owners to ensure deadlines are met and the project progresses according to plan
- Whenever things do not go as planned, redefine plan, assign new
timelines and communicate effectivelyStakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, ensuring stakeholders are informed of progress, risks, and issues
- Facilitate regular status meetings and produce comprehensive reports that summarize project status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies
- Manage expectations by aligning project deliverables with
stakeholder needs and addressing any changes in scope or
prioritiesRisk Management
- Identify potential risks throughout the project lifecycle, assessing their impact and likelihood
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact on project timelines, costs, and quality
- Monitor ongoing risks, adjust plans as necessary, and
communicate risk management activities to stakeholdersBudget &
Resource Management
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints
- Track project expenses, approve expenditures, and ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
- Optimize resource utilization, balancing team capacity with
project demands and reallocating resources as necessary to meet
project objectivesTimeline & Milestone Management
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring all tasks are assigned, tracked, and completed on time
- Monitor progress against the project plan, identifying and addressing any delays or deviations from the schedule
- Ensure critical milestones are met, coordinating with team
members to expedite tasks where necessaryQualifications
- Pragmatic self-starter
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment within a growing company and successfully manage multiple priorities at the same time
- 3+ years of experience in project management
- Strong proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello)
- Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Certification in PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile (preferred but not required)
- Bachelor's degree in any field
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- On culture: USA Today named us a 2024 top workplace
nationwideWho are we looking for?We are seeking a dynamic and
detail-oriented Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced
environment. You should be passionate about delivering results and
taking on responsibility, highly organized, and able to manage
multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate is a natural
leader with strong communication skills, capable of driving
cross-functional teams toward a common goal. You are a problem
solver with a proactive approach, who enjoys overcoming challenges
and is committed to continuous improvement. Your ability to
anticipate risks and manage resources effectively will be key to
your success.ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Initiation
- On making a difference: we serve Americans by delivering life
insurance products that make a true difference for families during
their hardest times, not wealth management instruments (more
details on this during the interview)
- On growth: we have the privilege to offer our products to tens
of millions of Americans that are proud members of AAA
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