Mutual Opportunities
PM Standards and Process Consultant
Springfield, Massachusetts; Boston, Massachusetts
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Overview
A career with us means you’ll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love.
We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are.
“Since our founding in 1851, mutuality has put our policyowners at the center of everything we do. At our core, we’re a company of people helping people in their time of need, and that spirit extends to the culture we’ve built at our company. Our employees support and rely on each other each day, collaborating to deliver the best solutions for our customers and help millions more secure their future and protect the ones they love.”
Job Description
PM Standards and Process Consultant
Full-Time
Boston, MA or Springfield, MA
The Opportunity
The newly announced CFPMO is seeking an experienced project management professional to support the stand-up of the new organization and serve as the PM Standards and Process Consultant across MassMutual’s Corporate Functions and in partnership with the broader organization. In this highly visible role, you will report to the CFPMO Head of Process Management and be accountable for implementing, maintaining, and advancing project management standards across MassMutual.
The Team
The CFPMO oversees the execution of initiatives across Corporate Finance, Enterprise Risk, Investment Management, Law, and HR & Employee Experience, as well as defines and owns project management standards across the company. The team is focused on driving and aligning critical programs and projects across our Corporate Functions, creating more visibility into this work, while enabling better prioritization, collaboration, and execution.
We are a newer team of self-starters, who enjoy solving complex business problems with proven track records of excellence in project management and the ability to quickly structure and manage work in a dynamic, complex environment.
The Impact:
As the PM Standards and Process Lead, you will:
Work closely with the CFPMO team, Corporate Function senior leadership, MassMutual PMOs, and project teams to advise, oversee, and manage the implementation and adoption of project management standards across the Corporate Functions and broader MassMutual.
Own PM standards, including core processes, artifacts, templates, and tools; advise project teams on applicability of use based on project profile specifics.
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of project management templates and standards.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive standards framework to ensure consistency and quality across all project management activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure standards meet the evolving needs of various departments and projects.
Gather and analyze feedback from stakeholders to methodically improve standards and templates.
Act as a subject matter expert on project management standards, providing guidance and support to teams as needed.
Consult with PM tools team to ensure sufficient incorporation of standards as we evolve from manual to more automated solutions.
Minimal Qualifications
- 8+ years of project management experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and expertise
- Ability to travel between Boston, MA and Springfield, MA as needed
The Ideal Qualifications
- Expertise in project management best practices, standards, and tooling
- Experience in wealth management and/or insurance industry sectors
- Advanced knowledge of project management tools and capabilities (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Clarity, MS Office 365, SharePoint, Lucidchart etc.,)
- Project or Program Management Certification (i.e., PMP, CAPM, etc.) preferred.
- Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Proven success in delivering large scale projects on time, within budget, and to scope
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
- Regular meetings with the Team
- Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
- Access to mentorship opportunities
- Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran, and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
- Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
- Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits
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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range: $121,800.00-$159,800.00
Hiring Process
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Offer
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If you accept the offer, we will be so excited to welcome you to the MassMutual community!
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By the numbers*
- 88% of employee respondents say they are proud to work at MassMutual
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% of employee respondents say they feel encouraged to bring forth new ideas - 86% of employee respondents say MassMutual cares about and supports the well-being of their employees
*Source: 2024 MassMutual employee engagement survey
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to embrace diversity in every sense, focusing on building a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below. Benefit details can be found here.
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