Sr. Manager- I - Partnership Distribution SC

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life insurance company is seeking a Sr. Manager to oversee strategic programs within the Partnership Distribution team in Mumbai. The successful candidate will drive program execution, establish governance frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Requirements include an MBA from a Tier 1 institute and 2–4 years of relevant experience in program management or similar roles. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills are essential. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in program management, consulting, or project management roles.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or fintech preferred.
• Exposure to strategic program execution and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Drive and monitor strategic programs within the Partnership Distribution team.
• Establish program governance frameworks and manage timelines.
• Track program progress, risks, and resolutions.
• Coordinate with sales, operations, finance, technology and strategy teams.
• Support leadership in prioritizing initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare program updates and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Program management skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

MBA from a Tier 1 institute

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Sr. Manager- I - Partnership Distribution SC

• Program Officewill be responsible for driving strategic programs, ensuring effectivegovernance, and supporting the execution of key initiatives within the Partnership Distribution (SC) business. The role involves coordinatingcross-functional projects, tracking progress against defined milestones,and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The individual willwork closely with leadership and multiple stakeholders to streamlineprogram execution, monitor performance, and ensure timely delivery ofhigh-impact initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the planning,execution, and monitoring of strategic programs and initiatives within the Partnership Distribution (SC) team.
• Establish and manage programgovernance frameworks, including timelines, milestones, and reportingstructures.
• Track program progress,risks, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Coordinate withcross-functional teams such as sales, operations, finance, technology,and strategy to ensure smooth program execution.
• Develop and maintain programdashboards, status reports, and performance trackers for leadershipreview.
• Support leadership inprioritizing initiatives and ensuring alignment with businessobjectives.
• Identify potentialoperational or program risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepare program updates,presentations, and business reviews for senior stakeholders.
• Drive process improvementsand best practices in program management across the team.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong program and projectmanagement skills with the ability to manage multiple initiativessimultaneously.
• Excellent analytical andproblem-solving capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder managementand cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in MicrosoftExcel and PowerPoint; familiarity with project management tools is anadvantage.
• Ability to structure complexproblems and drive execution through clear frameworks.
• Strong communication andpresentation skills, with the ability to interact with seniorleadership.
• High attention to detail andability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• 2–4 yearsof experience in program management, business strategy, consulting, operations, or project management roles.
• Experiencein financial services, insurance, fintech, or partnership distributionbusinesses is preferred.
• Exposureto strategic program execution, cross-functional project coordination, andgovernance frameworks will be an advantage.
• Priorexperience working closely with senior leadership and multiple internalstakeholders.

Educational Qualification / Experience

• MBA from a Tieredinstitute with minimum 1-2 years of experience