Director of Project Management

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New York Office, 888 7th Ave, New York, New York, United States of America;
North Carolina Office, 3850 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America;
Connecticut Office, 1 American Row, Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America Pay: USD 140000 - 165000 (Salary)
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Job Function: MP

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Travel Percentage : 10 Talcott Financial Group
* is an international life insurance company committed to providing comprehensive risk solutions to its customers. Whether it’s providing peace of mind for policyholders approaching retirement, or helping insurers solve complex risk and capital challenges, Talcott delivers practical solutions that support long-term stability for policyholders and clients.

Talcott offers the strength of an established organization with the mindset and approach of a modern platform. The enterprise is supported by a proven track record of well-executed transactions, investment-grade financial strength ratings, and strong financial position, with over $136 billion in assets under management. Talcott also benefits from a strategic partnership with Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm managing over $135 billion in assets.

Talcott’s approach to business is disciplined, transparent, and multi-channel, spanning retail annuities, block and flow reinsurance, and legal entity acquisitions. We have offices in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Connecticut, New York, and North Carolina. Overview:
The Program Director will join Talcott's Portfolio Management Organization (PMO), taking ownership of delivering high-impact, enterprise-wide programs within established timelines and budgets across business groups. This senior leader will foster a culture rooted in accountability, agility, and measurable results, while championing modern delivery practices including AI-enabled tools and approaches to accelerate outcomes. The ideal candidate brings domain expertise in life and annuity products and reinsurance transactions, exceptional business and financial acumen, and a proven record of successful delivery across diverse regions and business units.

This role demands very strong, decisive leadership, strategic influence, and outstanding communication and collaboration skills. Success in matrixed environments and expertise in project methodologies, governance, and business alignment are essential. We are seeking an execution-focused leader to guide governance and drive delivery for complex, transformational initiatives that support Talcott's growth. This position will follow a hybrid work arrangement schedule and can be based out of one of our Talcott offices in Hartford, CT.,

Charlotte, N.C. or New York, N.Y. Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and control activities across programs of varying complexity, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timeline, and budget Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans; track key milestones, dependencies, and phase reviews across the lifecycle Partner across functions to build robust business cases, manage program budgets, and connect delivery outcomes to financial results and value realization Drive process reengineering to simplify, standardize, and optimize workflows championing opportunities to apply automation and AI that accelerate delivery Collaborate with program sponsors and senior stakeholders to align goals with strategic objectives and define success metrics and business cases Proactively identify and manage program risks, issues, and changes d Maintain a focus on regulatory, actuarial, and financial complexity inherent in insurance and reinsurance programs Lead Steering Committee meetings and drive effective senior leadership decision-making Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, and executive reporting.

Support change management, user adoption, and operational readiness Influence cross-functional teams and vendors to drive accountability and program outcomes, using strong negotiation and conflict-management skills to resolve competing priorities and drive alignment. Champion a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating program management processes, tools, and methodologies to identify opportunities for increased efficiency, effectiveness, and quality. Promote knowledge sharing and cross-team collaboration to leverage collective expertise and accelerate problem-solving Encourage a mindset of agility and adaptability, enabling teams to…