Project Manager - Compliance, Privacy & Data Governance (13449-1) New York, NY

Project Manager - Compliance, Privacy & Data Governance (13449-1) New York, NY

SaaS implementation experience, data governance principles, privacy, and compliance, data processing and systems, Global Experience

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 Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 10 Years Education level: Bachelor’s degree Job function: Information Technology Industry: Insurance Pay rate : View hourly payrate Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
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Position Summary

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing projects in support of Compliance and Privacy initiatives. This role also involves serving as a Business Analyst, working closely with stakeholders to determine priorities, collect and document requirements, create and execute project plans, and report risks and issues.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Project Management – 65%

Develop project plans that outline tasks, timelines, and required resources.
Monitor project progress to ensure timeliness and mitigate issues or risks.
Communicate updates and align expectations with stakeholders.
Track project budgets and ensure financial adherence.
Identify and manage risks, and create mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with vendors and business owners to resolve system issues.
Provide time estimates for all project tasks and phases.
Facilitate meetings with senior business leaders to agree on scope and priorities.
Ensure continuous system support during implementation.
Deliver all project outcomes within the agreed timeline.
Communicate risks to key stakeholders.
Develop governance procedures, process designs, and operational checklists.
Create and manage strategic roadmaps.
Create and maintain training materials; deliver training where needed.
2. Business Analysis – 35%

Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders.
Define and document current and future-state processes, identifying improvements.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation including plans and test cases.
Test and validate solutions to ensure alignment with requirements and usability.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience

Experience:

A minimum of 4 years of project management and business analyst experience
Experience in working in international organizations
Experience in SaaS implementations, including planning, documenting, and executing projects, stakeholder management, status updates, etc.
Experience in working with senior stakeholders, and working in a virtual environment across multiple time zones
Strong knowledge and understanding of data governance principles, practices, and frameworks.  This includes knowledge of data management concepts for data quality, privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
Technical mindset and knowledge of data processing, systems and IT concepts; able to quickly learn and use new technology programs
Knowledge and understanding of technology and how it can be used to improve processes and services
Ability to explain and present technical information to non-experts and advise/guide users in the use of systems
Ability to work with and influence senior audience
Analytical approach and problem-solving skills required
Attention to detail and ability to manage a busy and varied workload.
Customer Service oriented
Strong communication skills-written and oral and good interpersonal skills
Capable of working under pressure and able to priorities workload and project requirements
Knowledge of Project Management methodologies and frameworks
Position Scope

Management Responsibility - No direct or indirect reports
Project Team Size - Typically 5–10 people
Manages Multiple Projects? Yes
% Time on Project Management- 65%
Regional Scope - Global Project Manager and Business Analyst