Bus Org Readiness Project Manager

Bus Org Readiness Project ManagerWe are excited to bring on a Business Organizational Readiness Project Manager to our Retirement Plan Services Change Management Team. In this position you will be responsible for the success of operational change and adoption (business processes) of new or enhanced systems projects or programs with a business emphasis. You will lead activities to ensure that tasks such as training, communication, marketing, documentation, and processes/procedures are accomplished within the project timelines to enable milestones for complex projects, including efforts to launch new products and services, large scale application development, systems integration, operational efficiency improvements, process reengineering, and infrastructure upgrades and deployments. You will have a great deal of interaction with teams and individuals at all levels within the organization. We are looking for a highly energized and motivated individual to grow with our team and help drive value.What you'll be doing:Partners closely with the Portfolio Owner and Product Manager to understand objectives and key results and identifies and partners with key stakeholders to ensure organizational readinessWorks on more complex initiatives spanning across business areas, and develops appropriate plans to ensure organizational readiness activities are executed to prepare for milestonesCoordinates, documents, and leads readiness activities and processes with cross-functional support teams ensuring successful delivery of initiatives, focused on impact analysis, business adoption, preparedness and executionAligns org readiness activities to Portfolio roadmapsIdentifies key cross-functional issues and initiative synergies; provides guidance with specific initiative issuesCollaborates effectively with Portfolio/Value Streams, management and appropriate stakeholders on more complex issues and conflicts that impact time, cost, scope, quality and risk of assigned initiativesAnalyzes assigned initiative plans to validate if outcomes will meet the business needs and align/support operational plans/objectives and recommends mitigation plansIdentifies more complex initiative resourcing needs and facilitates the procurement of needed hardware, software, and human resources for the projectMonitors and evaluates assigned more complex initiative progress and performance against the project plan and develops more complex mitigation planWhat we're looking for:Must-haves:3-5+ Years of experience in project management, change management, or business analysis that aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's)Strong communication skills with ability to influence and negotiate both vertically and horizontally to obtain or leverage necessary resourcesAble to articulate enterprise strategies and prioritiesStrong problem solver with ability to lead the team to push the solution and progressStrong relationship management skillNice to haves:Working knowledge of Retirement Plan Services products, processes, goals and measuresWorking knowledge of the business function/industry trends, user demands and pain pointsRisk and compliance focusedLean Six Sigma, DMAIC, or Continuous Improvement experienceDemonstrated curiosity and proficiency in adopting AI tools to improve work processes, generate insights, drive continuous improvementApplication Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 9th, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volumeWhat's it like to work here? At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.What's in it for you:Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributesLeadership development and virtual training opportunitiesPTO/parental leaveCompetitive 401K and employee benefitsFree financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance programTuition assistance programWork arrangements that work for youEffective productivity/technology tools and trainingThe pay range for this position is $84,375 - $135,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.About The Company: Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.