Come work for the company named one of the Best Places to Work in Rhode Island by Providence Business News!
Established in 2000, InsureMyTrip is the leading online travel insurance comparison site featuring the most trusted providers in the industry. Our mission is to help travelers by educating them about travel insurance and helping them find the right plan to meet their needs. We are a technology company that sells insurance. More importantly, we care about people…our customers and our employees, and we take great pride in conducting business in an honest and ethical manner.
As we continue to grow and build on our success, we are looking for exceptional and motivated individuals, like you, to join our team and who share our passion for innovation and excellence. We strive to create a rewarding experience for employees by fostering a progressive workplace environment that values creativity, diversity, progress and fun. We are currently seeking qualified candidates locally (Rhode Island area), or remote, for the following full-time position:
Responsible for the overall project management of the business strategic plan and operational tactical execution by partnering with all levels of the organization, identifying resources needed, and coordinating work to ensure timely completion of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
At the direction of Senior Management, participate in cross-functional strategic plan development, ensure project planning supports the strategy, and coordinate project implementation. (The position will need to fully comprehend the strategic plan and help drive priorities with the leadership team as well as various levels throughout the organization.)
Prioritize work and ensure implementation details are captured and communicated to all concerned.
Identify, secure, and coordinate project implementation using internal and external resources and expertise as appropriate to achieve the objectives.
Provide and ensure communication with and between project team and stakeholders at critical points in the implementation of the project plan.
Develop return on investment procedures and templates for all project sizes.
Develop trust throughout the organization through solid and respectful relationship building.
Drive innovation by improving existing processes and developing new processes.
Share the responsibility for developing and executing projects and budgets.
Overall project transparency and visibility to leadership and project team: Projects will be tactical in nature with the ability to present at strategic/executive level.
Monitor project milestones and critical dates to identify risks and issues. Facilitate and create corresponding mitigation plans to ensure the project remains within specified scope and is within time, cost, and quality objectives.
Change management - support ongoing change management initiatives through driving positive change in the organization through project delivery
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
8 years of professional experience in operational/business project management.
Business Process Knowledge – Possess the ability to apply advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures
Project Planning – experience creating software project plans within different software methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, RAD, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Superior organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
Problem resolution – awareness of the need for problem resolution, the ability to identify and gather the critical resources needed to make decisions. Facilitation skills to bring project teams to an overall consensus
Negotiation – ability to reach an understanding, resolve points of difference, or persuade a team to satisfy a project or business need
Project Cost Management – an awareness of the need for cost management within the software development lifecycle and participation in the overall effort
Why would you want to work for InsureMyTrip?
Joining the InsureMyTrip family means having the advantages of being part of a leading company while enjoying many of the benefits more typical of a startup culture. You’ll have the ability to make an impact, influence key strategic decisions and create or change process. Plus, you’ll grow your career in an environment that features an open-door management style, casual dress, and smart co-workers who are passionate about success and growth. InsureMyTrip seeks top talent for all our key roles as we set the stage for even stronger future.
InsureMyTrip is an equal opportunity employer.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Paid time off includes 12 company holidays plus 15 PTO days
Employer match 401(k) retirement account contributions
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
Available health, dental and vision insurance plans
Opportunities for advancement in a successful and growing organization
Flexible work schedules
Work remotely or in our RI office wearing casual attire in a modern, comfortable office with free parking
To apply for this position, please send your resume to [email protected].