Aon is looking for a Senior Operations Project Portfolio Manager Professional III
As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions supporting Commercial Risk as part of the Aon Business Services in Ft. Washington, PA. This position is for a hybrid schedule, in office and remote throughout the week.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
A Senior Project Portfolio Manager will drive the successful execution of the Business/Operations project portfolio. This role requires the ability to strategically manage a group of projects, programs, and initiatives to achieve alignment with organizational goals.
Their emphasis will be on the effective selection, prioritization, and execution of the project portfolio to optimize business value. This role requires a deep understanding of both project management methodologies and business operations principles.
This role will also manage a team of business project managers, business analysts, and oversight of a Salesforce admin, Salesforce developer and InsPro admin.
Project Portfolio Management Expertise: proven experience in developing, implementing, and managing project portfolios including project selection, prioritization scoring, performance monitoring and communication.
Portfolio Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement project portfolio management strategies to align projects with organizational goals, resource allocation, and strategic priorities.
Identify opportunities to improve project portfolio management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Working with Affinity Steering Committee and Corporate Value Realization office to evaluate projects based on various criteria, such as business value, risk, and resource availability, to determine which projects to include in the portfolio and how to prioritize them.
Manage the overall funded project portfolio, including prioritization, resource allocation, risk management, and change orders while making recommendations for improvement.
Experience leading directly and/or by influence cross-functional development and operations teams in a matrixed/diverse organization.
Communicate portfolio status and progress to key stakeholders, including executive management, project teams, and other relevant parties.
Collaborate with business units to understand their needs, ensure successful project delivery that will contribute to Affinity's strategic business objectives.
Ensure compliance with established processes, standards, and best practices.
Engagement with business operations and functional leaders to identify future strategic initiatives and working with Delivery Management Office, IT and Shared Services leadership on inventorying.
Supporting Affinity business unit leaders and executive sponsors on key decisions on business and technology solution direction, evaluating alternatives and providing recommendations to project leadership.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project portfolio management.
Client side management of Insurance SAAS implementation
Salesforce
Proven track record of successfully managing complex portfolios and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Excellent leadership, communication, and people skills.
Strong strategic analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Certification in PMP, PfMP, or similar is highly desirable.
Business process improvement with proven experience in systematic approach to analyzing and optimizing business processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance.
Must have a deep understanding of project delivery and support methodologies within the spectrum of the matrixed organization and project management office environment processes.
Experience in Waterfall, Iterative and Agile approaches of delivery
Strong Business Acumen: deep understanding of business operations, financial management and strategic planning. Insurance background a plus.
Leadership and Communication Skills: ability to lead and motivate project teams, understand diplomatic communication and presentation skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, and present portfolio information to senior management.
Support and grow business analysts and project managers to better support our clients and colleagues.
Ability to cost estimate, track, and meet budgets and expectations.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is 180,000K to 225,000K annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various @types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Aon is looking for a Senior Operations Project Portfolio Manager Professional III
As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions supporting Commercial Risk as part of the Aon Business Services in Ft. Washington, PA. This position is for a hybrid schedule, in office and remote throughout the week.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
A Senior Project Portfolio Manager will drive the successful execution of the Business/Operations project portfolio. This role requires the ability to strategically manage a group of projects, programs, and initiatives to achieve alignment with organizational goals.
Their emphasis will be on the effective selection, prioritization, and execution of the project portfolio to optimize business value. This role requires a deep understanding of both project management methodologies and business operations principles.
This role will also manage a team of business project managers, business analysts, and oversight of a Salesforce admin, Salesforce developer and InsPro admin.
Project Portfolio Management Expertise: proven experience in developing, implementing, and managing project portfolios including project selection, prioritization scoring, performance monitoring and communication.
Portfolio Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement project portfolio management strategies to align projects with organizational goals, resource allocation, and strategic priorities.
Identify opportunities to improve project portfolio management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Working with Affinity Steering Committee and Corporate Value Realization office to evaluate projects based on various criteria, such as business value, risk, and resource availability, to determine which projects to include in the portfolio and how to prioritize them.
Manage the overall funded project portfolio, including prioritization, resource allocation, risk management, and change orders while making recommendations for improvement.
Experience leading directly and/or by influence cross-functional development and operations teams in a matrixed/diverse organization.
Communicate portfolio status and progress to key stakeholders, including executive management, project teams, and other relevant parties.
Collaborate with business units to understand their needs, ensure successful project delivery that will contribute to Affinity's strategic business objectives.
Ensure compliance with established processes, standards, and best practices.
Engagement with business operations and functional leaders to identify future strategic initiatives and working with Delivery Management Office, IT and Shared Services leadership on inventorying.
Supporting Affinity business unit leaders and executive sponsors on key decisions on business and technology solution direction, evaluating alternatives and providing recommendations to project leadership.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project portfolio management.
Client side management of Insurance SAAS implementation
Salesforce
Proven track record of successfully managing complex portfolios and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Excellent leadership, communication, and people skills.
Strong strategic analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Certification in PMP, PfMP, or similar is highly desirable.
Business process improvement with proven experience in systematic approach to analyzing and optimizing business processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance.
Must have a deep understanding of project delivery and support methodologies within the spectrum of the matrixed organization and project management office environment processes.
Experience in Waterfall, Iterative and Agile approaches of delivery
Strong Business Acumen: deep understanding of business operations, financial management and strategic planning. Insurance background a plus.
Leadership and Communication Skills: ability to lead and motivate project teams, understand diplomatic communication and presentation skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, and present portfolio information to senior management.
Support and grow business analysts and project managers to better support our clients and colleagues.
Ability to cost estimate, track, and meet budgets and expectations.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is 180,000K to 225,000K annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various @types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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