Program Manager, Data
unum groupPortland (ME)
About the role
Overview:
As a Program Manager at Unum, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives spanning business and technology. You’ll align plans, milestones, risks, and governance across multiple teams and partners to ensure delivery and value. By blending Agile and traditional methods, you drive clarity, accountability, and outcomes in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will work with Data Product Engineering, Data Engineering, and Data & AI Platforms to coordinate readiness and releases, shaping scalable solutions. Compensation / Benefits onsite fitness facilities generous paid time off professional development programs healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental) 401(k) with employer match up to 5% additional 4.5% employer contribution
Responsibilities:
Leads planning and execution of complex cross-functional programs with integrated plans and delivery expectations Facilitates decisions and builds cross-functional relationships to drive execution Manages program financials and resources, tracking scope, timelines, and budget Identifies and mitigates risks, issues, decisions, and dependencies across teams Establishes governance and delivery cadence, adapting Agile and traditional practices Tracks progress and communicates status, financials, risks, and decisions to stakeholders including executives Coordinates with data-focused teams and business stakeholders on planning, readiness, delivery, and release activities Identifies opportunities to improve delivery practices and operational effectiveness Maintains focus on business outcomes and ensures alignment with value
Key requirements:
8+ years of program/project management experience or related field Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional technical programs Strong understanding of Agile and traditional delivery methods Experience managing program financials: budgeting, forecasting, financial tracking Excellent written and verbal communication for technical, business, and executive audiences Strong collaboration and stakeholder management with influence across organizational boundaries Analytical and critical-thinking skills with ability to navigate ambiguity and manage risks Experience developing executive-level status reports, dashboards, and PM artifacts collaboration influence across boundaries problem solving Agile and traditional delivery program financial management (budgeting, forecasting) risk and dependency management
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