Cognizant · 14 hours ago
Sr Project Manager - Insurance
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expCognizant is a leading company in the insurance sector, and they are seeking a Sr Project Manager to lead enterprise-level projects. The role involves managing cross-functional teams, overseeing budget and resources, and providing strategic risk management.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
End-to-End Program Leadership: Direct the planning and execution of enterprise-level projects, including new product development, system consolidations, and operational efficiency drives
Cross-Functional Orchestration: Serve as the central point of contact between Actuarial, Underwriting, Legal, Finance, and IT to ensure seamless integration of insurance logic into technical solutions
Strategic Risk Management: Identify potential bottlenecks in the insurance value chain—from application and suitability checks to claims and payouts—implementing mitigation strategies early
Budget & Resource Stewardship: Manage significant capital allocations, ensuring projects remain within fiscal guardrails while meeting aggressive market-entry timelines
Governance & Reporting: Provide executive-level reporting on program health, utilizing data-driven insights to influence decision-making at the C-suite level
Qualification
Required
15+ years of dedicated Project/Program Management experience specifically within the Life and Annuities sector
PMP or equivalent project management certification is required
Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams in a matrixed environment
Proficiency in managing projects under various delivery frameworks (Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid) depending on the business need
Preferred
Professional insurance designations (e.g., FLMI, CLU) are a significant advantage
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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