Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead project manager for critical enterprise initiatives, especially in the areas of transformation, and operational scale and business readiness
• Create project plans that enable predictable delivery.
• Manage cross‑functional teams, vendors, budgets, timelines, and executive stakeholder expectations.
• Manage and mitigate complex risks to ensure on-time, within scope and within budget delivery of the project's objectives
• Maintain forward‑looking project documentation, including RAID logs and resource forecasts.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and communications through effective updates for business and technology stakeholders, and leadership.
• Pivot effectively across shifting priorities and assignments, and lead project teams through changes in direction, scope, or urgency.
• Lead end-to-end onboarding (carrier and affiliate) projects for agency operations on existing systems or in partnership with larger scale implementation efforts, ensuring the RTB project/project components meet quality, security, compliance, and scope requirements.
• Required Qualifications
• 5 years of project management experience delivering technology, operations, or product-related initiatives.
• Operational experience as a manager, team lead BPA, BSA, and/or BA preferred.
• Comfortable with leading without authority and proven ability to lead and motivate a team, ensuring projects stay on track and meet objectives.
• Strong negotiation and mediation skills; ability to navigate conflicts; proven ability to manage supplier, team and stakeholder conflicts
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and completing assignments even in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and manage cross‑workstream risks and dependencies.
• Experience developing project plans
• Proficiency with Microsoft excel and PowerPoint, Microsoft project skills a plus

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, technology or related field
• Experience in insurance, financial services, fintech, or other highly regulated industries
• PMP or equivalent certification.
• Experience in diagramming software (e.g., Visio and/or Lucid)
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and troubleshoot collaboratively.
• What AmeriLife Offers
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Benefits

Additional Information

Our Company Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife. For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement. Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. Job Summary AmeriLife is seeking a highly organized, detail oriented Project Manager who thrives in a fast paced environment, collaborates effectively across functions, and brings strong discipline to planning, structure, and execution. The ideal candidate is well versed in managing and executing projects from initiation to closure. They must be enthusiastic about being a critical team member in the growth of the company and passionate about managing all aspects of a project, including resource allocation, budgeting and risk management. Job Description Key competencies Delivery Excellence: Ensures predictable execution, accountability, and quality. Problem Solving: Breaks down complexity and navigates ambiguity. Outcomes-Centric Mindset: Focuses on delivering value and a seamless onboarding experience. Collaboration: Works effectively across technology, operations, and business teams. Adaptability and Flexibility: Able to pivot quickly between shifting priorities, project types, and organizational needs; effectively leads teams through change and ambiguity.

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