The Standard
Manager, Systems Support & Business Improvement
The Standard, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
At The Standard, you’ll join a team focused on putting our customers first.Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We’re looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what’s right – across the company and in our local communities.We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day.Ready to reach your highest potential? Let’s work together.Job Summary
As the
Systems Support Manager , you will direct work on the Business Systems Analyst (BSA) team in support of divisional strategic goals and evolving technologies. Primary focus areas are integration of business data, functional processes, and systems applications.This position is a people leader role requiring prior experience managing a team of technical employees.40% - Responsible for development of and adherence to a formal project framework. Lead the team responsible for execution of all Individual Annuity (IA) improvement projects and the technology roadmap.20% - Lead, in collaboration with IA leaders and teams, the development and execution of the IA Portal vision and strategy, to continuously offer an excellent customer experience and enhanced competitive advantage.Lead the department’s understanding of and adherence to controls, including ICFR and IT/business operational controls. Responsible for compliance in regulatory and other training requirements.20% - Responsible for leading team of high-level professionals to achieve business objectives, ensuring all behaviors and company expectations are met.This is a remote position.Skills And Background You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Services, Mathematics or related field.3+ years of demonstrated people leadership background managing a team of technical employees.5+ years progressively responsible experience in application analysis and design.Project management - must have the ability to manage projects and technology initiatives.Prior experience proactively communicating with and managing stakeholders.Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
Driving success: Resourcefulness & commitment to tasks, decisions & outcomes.Improvement mindset: Identifying areas where efficiency & improvement are needed.Adaptability: Providing updates during a change & encouraging open dialogue.Why join The Standard?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.An annual incentive bonus plan.Generous paid time off.A supportive and responsive management approach.Opportunities for career growth and advancement.Paid time off to volunteer.An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.Much more!Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.Salary Range:$92,750.00 - $148,500.00Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
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As the
Systems Support Manager , you will direct work on the Business Systems Analyst (BSA) team in support of divisional strategic goals and evolving technologies. Primary focus areas are integration of business data, functional processes, and systems applications.This position is a people leader role requiring prior experience managing a team of technical employees.40% - Responsible for development of and adherence to a formal project framework. Lead the team responsible for execution of all Individual Annuity (IA) improvement projects and the technology roadmap.20% - Lead, in collaboration with IA leaders and teams, the development and execution of the IA Portal vision and strategy, to continuously offer an excellent customer experience and enhanced competitive advantage.Lead the department’s understanding of and adherence to controls, including ICFR and IT/business operational controls. Responsible for compliance in regulatory and other training requirements.20% - Responsible for leading team of high-level professionals to achieve business objectives, ensuring all behaviors and company expectations are met.This is a remote position.Skills And Background You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Services, Mathematics or related field.3+ years of demonstrated people leadership background managing a team of technical employees.5+ years progressively responsible experience in application analysis and design.Project management - must have the ability to manage projects and technology initiatives.Prior experience proactively communicating with and managing stakeholders.Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
Driving success: Resourcefulness & commitment to tasks, decisions & outcomes.Improvement mindset: Identifying areas where efficiency & improvement are needed.Adaptability: Providing updates during a change & encouraging open dialogue.Why join The Standard?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.An annual incentive bonus plan.Generous paid time off.A supportive and responsive management approach.Opportunities for career growth and advancement.Paid time off to volunteer.An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.Much more!Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.Salary Range:$92,750.00 - $148,500.00Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
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