Alliant Insurance Services · 2 days ago
IT Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAlliant Insurance Services is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for working with business units and IT to define and manage the implementation of applications and initiatives, as well as improving workflow and process efficiencies.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesInsurance
Hiring Manager
Amanda Quintanilla, MBA, SHRM-CP, CDR
Responsibilities
Analyzes business needs and develops functional specifications and system design specifications for internal business units
Analyzes complex business needs and recommends technical solutions
Develops business requirements, functional specifications, wireframes, markups, and planning documents for IT Development
Ensures the consistency and maintainability of existing applications by creating, maintaining, and enforcing standards/procedures for implementing technical solutions
Reviews all designs and business unit test plans where applicable
Participates in all hardware, software and programming evaluations where applicable
Reviews and selects an appropriate set of tools to accomplish all necessary tasks based on submitted IT project requests
Plans, develops, organizes, evaluates and reports on the IT Development unit’s function and performance
Coordinates operations in executing production tasks according to a documented schedule that meets or exceeds business needs
Presentations at appropriate management meetings are required and include addressing Return on Investment (ROI) of ongoing initiatives as well as future plans to be implemented
Provides accurate reporting at month-end, quarter-end and year-end business meetings including reviewing objectives, report progress, and indentify needs or areas for improvement with action plans for correction
Coordinates and manages business relationships with key internal partners and significant external partners and vendors
Works with business units to specify IT priorities
Reviews and selects an appropriate set of tools to accomplish all necessary tasks
Works with IT leadership and business team leaders to ensure efficient workflow in the use of the applications
Develops solutions to increase efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of data
Works as part of a project team for system upgrades, the development of new functionality and web site implementation
Assists in testing system functionality
Prepares and delivers documentation and training on related systems
Responsible for reviewing and testing the design of the user interface and overall user experience for applications
Works with marketing, operations and development staff on style and approach for all projects
Oversees production of design elements, comps, templates and finished solutions
Participates in efforts to improve quality of the application user’s experience as required
Presentations at appropriate meetings to include ongoing initiatives as well as future plans to be implemented, accurate reporting, reviewing objectives, reviewing progress, identifying needs or areas for improvement and action plans for correction
Establishes or oversees the development, maintenance and monitoring of user manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Critical Success Indicators (CSIs)
Works collaboratively with fellow senior staff to advance the values and mission of Alliant by participating in and attending appropriate management and administration meetings; and provides strategic, policy and operational leadership
Works collaboratively with fellow staff to advance the values and mission of Alliant by serving on relevant internal and external committees; Assists with special projects/assignments as requested by members of management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or related field or experience
Two (2) or more years IT Business Analyst experience
Five (5) or more years relevant experience required, preferably for a company in the insurance industry or software company with insurance or marketing-related experience
Two (2) or more years project management experience
Experience working within an Agile framework
Working knowledge of insurance services, industries, and product lines
Knowledge of the general industry procedures, practices and terminology including data processing system and application design methods, techniques and standards
Working knowledge of database definition and structure as well as data architecture and integration
Knowledge of general office forms, processes and procedures
Knowledge of program and project management including outcomes, quality assurance, and satisfaction measurement and interpretation
Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and procedures
Knowledge of supervisory techniques to accomplish instruction, motivation and training of personnel
Skill to supervise, motivate and train
Skill in negotiating and problem solving to resolve internal and external conflicts
Skill in developing effective communication materials
Skill in the use of office equipment including computer, fax, printer, telephone system, etc
Skill in the use of time management, organizational leadership and supervisory skills
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with other management members, employees and the general public
Proficient Computer Skills (Microsoft/Word, Excel And PowerPoint Software Preferred)
Ability to understand and articulate business needs to those with or without an IT background
Ability to analyze and accurately interpret budgets, financial reports and statistical data
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a constructive manner
Ability to approach and communicate with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to be patient under frustrating circumstances and demonstrate controlled emotional affect in difficult situations
Ability to engage in effective interpersonal interaction, verbal communication and written communication
Ability to maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail while remaining flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests
Ability to read, write and communicate English effectively
Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, make and execute decisions
Ability to demonstrate organizational leadership qualities and develop and foster trusting relationships
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to include evening and weekend hours as needed
Ability to maintain all company policies, including all confidentiality and safety policies
Ability to work with others in similar roles, including IT Project Managers and business product owners
Ability to work within a team setting to ensure data, reporting, and integration needs are appropriately addressed
Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language is required
Preferred
Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive, high quality employee programs
Very competitive financial package
Company
Alliant Insurance Services
Alliant Insurance Services is a distributor of diversified insurance products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$690MKey Investors
PSP Investments
2019-10-17Debt Financing· $690M
2019-01-22Series Unknown
2007-06-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Stephanie Beach
Senior Vice President, Employee Benefits
Todd Schwartz
Senior Vice President
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