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Portfolio Coordinator

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Zurich North America is currently hiring a Project Coordinator working out of our Schumburg, IL headquarters. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for operational management of IT project governance adherence. Understands and can apply different delivery approaches (waterfall, Scrum, ZurichLean) and perform, with appropriate support, project management processes to initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control as well as close a project in accordance with the Zurich Project Management Framework and the Zurich Risk Policy.

Key Accountabilities

+ Comply with governance guidelines to ensure IT project adherence, includes project phases funding submission requests through closure in accordance with the Zurich Project Management Framework and the Zurich Risk Policy.

+ Lead, manage and successfully deliver monthly governance activities on active IT projects in support of the project or program manager, including but not limited to, month close advance preparation, financial forecast reconciliation, status reporting, and risk management.

+ Independently collate and analyze data using pre-determined tools, frameworks, and methods to provide advance insights on active projects to IT leadership.

+ Recognize and make appropriate recommendations to apply different delivery approaches (waterfall, Scrum, Zurich Lean) and funding approaches (project, product)

+ Support the sponsor, project lead and portfolio manager in the setup of the project to ensure the business case is clearly defined (including estimates of required resources and funds) and relevant stakeholders are engaged as part of evaluating the preferred product solution.

+ Ensure project artifacts are appropriate and stored according to governance adherence, maintaining an audit trail of activities to protect the organization.

+ Ensure timely and appropriate planning, collection, creation, distribution, storage, retrieval, management, control, monitoring, and the ultimate disposal of project information to enable effective decision making and ensure successful project outcomes.

+ Support risk management planning, identification, analysis, response planning, and controlling risk on a project to increase the likelihood and impact of positive events and decrease the likelihood and impact of negative events in the project.

Additional Job Functions

+ Operational excellence with a continuous improvement mindset promoting efficiency of governance operations, by assessing and evaluating project/program deliverables and business processes to identify opportunities for improvement within ZNA governance, IT portfolio management, and project management.

+ Based on the need of the project, support internal and external relationships with Group PMO, business partners and suppliers as required.

Business Accountabilities

+ Utilize established tools and processes to improve the tracking key project metrics such as budgets and schedules and highlight variances to manage and control specific project variables.

+ Support the risk assessment process while building the business case and execution lifecycles, ensuring project success.

+ Build relationships with line managers across a portfolio to deliver business change projects in assigned areas of the business.

Performance Management Accountabilities

+ Model behaviors that demonstrate commitment to corporate values.

+ Provide input into performance management discussions of project team members.

+ Educate team members and business partners on area of technical expertise.

+ Provide guidance and support for team members.

+ Take action to manage own personal development and encourage others to do the same.

Required

+ Bachelors Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Project Management or Program Management area OR

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Program Management area OR

+ Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Project Management or Program Management area

Preferred

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational and analytical skills

+ Ability to lead cross-functional/business project teams

+ Experience with Microsoft Office and project tracking tools

+ Project Management Institute Project Management Professional certification (PMP)

+ P&C Insurance, Financial Services experience

+ Project management with Waterfall and Agile experience

+ Experience with delivery and management of technical projects OR Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies

+ Experience working with vendors

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits) . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is 74,300.00-121,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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