Our Story

　　Unum Technology Centre in Carlow serves as a strategic software development and IT services centre supporting Unum, a leading provider of income protection in the US. Our team of IT professionals build solutions and critical business applications to digitally transform the way we do business.

　　Working closely with the Program Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for supporting IT Agile Delivery teams and management across a wide portfolio with teams based in Ireland and the US. The Project Manager will support the management of Program Governance, Reporting, Documentation, Risk management, Resource and Budget management. We expect them to have excellent organization, time management, and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail and IT delivery and financial acumen.

　　The Role

　　Track and analyzes project performance, expenditures, procurement and report any blockers, risks, overflows, deficits, or changes to the project scope, schedule, or costs.Develops and implement communication and reporting mechanisms to manage and escalate program challenges.Identify and recommend opportunities for project improvement based on analysis or project performance.Proactively establishes and maintains partnerships with IT and Change teams on current projects and deliverables and prepares for future project opportunities.Consults with IT Delivery Directors and Managers ensuring Program Governance and Agile methodology is followed across the program.Support the Solutions Architecture Leadership Team backlog.Creates and maintains project documentation using our enterprise Agile tools.Promotes the benefits of change and acts as a catalyst for change across the corporation and adapts to changes imposed by others.Shares project experience/knowledge and mentor others across the program to help build project management skills.

　　What You Offer

　　Bachelor's degree, Project management certification or equivalent relevant work experience. Agile experience is distinct advantage.Has over two years of related experience. Experience in finance, project management, systems, or IT is a plus.Demonstrates good negotiation skills with strong written and oral communication skills.Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Demonstrates knowledge and experience with various Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, Power Point, and VisioHas strong planning, organizing and time management skills.Understands Unum's products, services, and processes.

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　　What We Offer

　　Our size and successful history in Carlow means we can offer you exceptional development and progression, supported by continual learning programs, IT Certifications & third level tuition reimbursement. We offer work-life-balance with flexible working arrangements (including hybrid) and initiatives in support of your well-being. Our attractive range of benefits and reward initiatives includes competitive compensation, 25 days annual leave, paid health insurance, pension scheme, annual performance-based bonus, paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave, reward programs, and an opportunity to engage with charity and community activities.

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　　Unum