Fortitude Re · 11 hours ago
VP, Program Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expFortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. is a leading provider of legacy reinsurance solutions, working with top insurance companies to offer transformational solutions. The VP, Program Manager will lead complex initiatives, ensuring they align with strategic objectives and deliver measurable business value.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day management of complex, interrelated projects within assigned programs, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets
Coordinate across project managers and cross-functional teams to align deliverables, manage dependencies, and mitigate risks
Track performance and proactively address delivery challenges, escalating when needed to ensure program success
Monitor program KPIs and success metrics; synthesize and report progress to the Program Leader and key stakeholders
Serve as the primary operational contact for program stakeholders, facilitating transparent and timely communication on progress, risks, and decisions
Drive cross-functional alignment by ensuring consistent understanding of goals, timelines, and responsibilities
Support executive reporting and presentations led by the Program Leader, providing data and insights from delivery progress
Apply Fortitude Re’s PMO governance frameworks, tools, and templates consistently across program activities
Ensure adherence to established methodologies and contribute feedback for continuous improvement
Conduct regular program reviews and lessons-learned sessions to strengthen delivery practices
Partner with the Program Leader and business sponsors to identify process reengineering, automation, or AI opportunities that improve program outcomes
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all delivery teams
Support adoption of new tools, techniques, and best practices that drive operational excellence
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree required, MBA or similar advanced degree helpful
10+ years of experience
Strong program and project delivery experience across cross-functional business and IT initiatives
Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to manage complex dependencies and competing priorities in a matrixed environment
Experience applying structured PMO or governance frameworks
Agile mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
Project Management Credential (PMP, Prince 2 or other) and experience with project management tools (Jira or Wrike preferred)
Demonstrated experience leading programs that use Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or similar)
Understanding of the insurance industry; experience with Life & Annuities operations preferred
Experience in conflict resolution, or the ability to de-escalate tense situations - comfortable in a role that requires negotiation
Benefits
Annual bonus based on company and individual performance
Generous benefits package
Company
Fortitude Re
Fortitude Re is a reinsurance company that specializes in executing bespoke transactional solutions.
501-1000 employees
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Chief People Officer
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