VP, Enterprise Program Management & Strategy

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a seasoned VP of Program Management to lead enterprise initiatives spanning multiple business units and IT. You will establish governance, drive strategic execution, and partner with senior leaders to deliver outcomes.

You will manage complex programs, coordinate dependencies, and mentor a team of project managers. The role demands exceptional communication, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced insurance environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in insurance, finance, or project management from an accredited college or university required.
• PMP, PgMP, MSP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar credentials are helpful but not required. MBA preferred.
• Experience 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in program management, transformation, strategy execution, operations, consulting, or related enterprise leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex initiatives involving multiple functions and interconnected workstreams.
• Experience working directly with senior executives and functional leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with disciplined execution and results orientation.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and rapidly evolving environments.
• Demonstrated experience establishing governance and execution frameworks.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations and actions.
• Experience working across business and technology organizations.

Responsibilities

• Establish structure and operating rhythm for complex enterprise initiatives.
• Coordinate multiple projects and workstreams to deliver objectives.
• Maintain focus on business outcomes and adjust priorities accordingly.
• Drive disciplined execution and accountability across participants.
• Manage dependencies across units, IT, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Identify gaps in ownership and facilitate resolution before they impact outcomes.
• Bring together stakeholders to resolve issues and advance initiatives.
• Ensure projects align with overall program objectives.
• Leads staff in achieving objectives, timelines and cost.
• Identify resources and research data for project direction.
• Establish strategic project plans with goals, objectives and budgets.
• Prepare executive updates emphasizing outcomes, decisions, risks, and actions.
• Develop and maintain an integrated view of program health, risks, and decisions.
• Identify emerging risks and drive mitigation.
• Escalate issues with clear options and recommendations.
• Share best practices across the Program Management team and support development of Project Managers.
• Participates in oral presentations to senior leadership and executives to gain commitment.

Skills

Executive communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Ambiguity navigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in insurance/finance/project management

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sedgwick is seeking a seasoned VP of Program Management to lead enterprise initiatives spanning multiple business units and IT. You will establish governance, drive strategic execution, and partner with senior leaders to deliver outcomes.

You will manage complex programs, coordinate dependencies, and mentor a team of project managers. The role demands exceptional communication, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced insurance environment.