Senior Technical Program Manager/Technical Manager

3 days ago

Canada Manulife Full-time
Senior Technical Program Manager Are you a seasoned Technical Program Manager who knows how to bring structure, momentum, and clarity to complex technology initiatives? Senior Technical Program Manager to help drive critical initiatives supporting our This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technology delivery expertise with a solid understanding of the You’ll work across multiple initiatives rather than a single project, partnering with engineering, architecture, product, operations, business teams, and external partners. You’ll anticipate risks, remove roadblocks, manage dependencies, and help teams turn complex requirements into successful business and technology outcomes. Lead the planning, prioritization, and execution of technology initiatives, enhancements, and regulatory changes across Manage complex initiatives across the full delivery lifecycle, from planning and mobilization through implementation and post-launch review. engineering, architecture, product, operations, security, risk, business, vendor, and external partner teams . risks, issues, blockers, assumptions, and dependencies , Serve as an early point of escalation, helping teams resolve challenges before they impact broader delivery objectives. Partner with technical teams to understand solution architecture, integrations, implementation sequencing, operational readiness, and non-functional requirements. Manage changes to scope, schedules, priorities, and delivery approaches through transparent impact assessment and stakeholder alignment. Establish effective governance and reporting that gives stakeholders and leaders clear visibility into progress, program health, risks, and trade-offs. Track program performance and use delivery metrics and insights to improve predictability, execution, and quality. Coordinate implementation, release, change-management, and operational-readiness activities. Lead post-implementation reviews and help continuously improve delivery practices across the organization. in technical program management, technical project management, technology delivery, or a comparable role. with a solid understanding of Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional technology initiatives from planning through implementation. Strong understanding of software delivery lifecycles, technical architecture, system integrations, and operational readiness. Proven experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously while navigating scope, schedules, risks, issues, dependencies, and competing priorities. Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, senior leaders, and external partners. Ability to translate complex technical information into clear plans, decisions, risks, and executive-level updates. What Will Help You Stand Out life insurance, new business, and underwriting workflows . A track record of identifying delivery risks early and bringing the right stakeholders together to resolve them. The ability to move comfortably between detailed technical conversations and broader business discussions. This role goes beyond tracking project plans. You’ll be at the center of complex technology initiatives, connecting teams, surfacing risks, driving decisions, and helping ensure delivery stays on track. If you understand the insurance business, can navigate technical complexity, and enjoy bringing people together to turn ambitious plans into measurable outcomes, this could be a great opportunity for you. We’ll recognize and support you in an environment where well-being and inclusion matter. As part of a global organization, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful technology initiatives and help shape the future of our business. Estamos comprometidos con la equidad en las contrataciones, la retención de talento, el ascenso y la remuneración, y administramos todas nuestras prácticas y programas sin discriminación por motivos de raza, ascendencia, lugar de origen, color, origen étnico, ciudadanía, religión o creencias religiosas, credo, sexo (incluyendo el embarazo y las afecciones relacionadas con este), orientación sexual, características genéticas, condición de veterano, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, estado civil, estatus familiar, discapacidad, o cualquier otro aspecto protegido por la ley vigente. El salario real variará según las condiciones del mercado local, la geografía y factores relacionados con el puesto como conocimientos, habilidades, requerimientos, experiencia y educación/formación. We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement ( . John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.
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