Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
Description
Title: Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
Department: PMO
The Vice President of Strategic Initiatives will lead enterprise-wide programs that drive organizational transformation. This executive role is responsible for aligning strategic goals with operational execution, ensuring that initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with regulatory and internal standards. The VP will work cross-functionally with IT, GTM, actuarial, claims, product, and engineering business units to ensure strategic alignment and execution excellence.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and lead the execution of strategic initiatives that support the company’s short and long-term goals.
- Partner with executive leadership to identify, prioritize, and implement high-impact projects.
- Serve as a thought leader and advisor on enterprise transformation and innovation.
- Advise executive leadership on enterprise transformation and strategic priorities
IT Compliance Oversight
- Collaborate with IT compliance teams to ensure initiatives meet regulatory, security, and audit requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO).
- Monitor and report on compliance risks and mitigation strategies across strategic programs.
- Ensure alignment with internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices.
Program & Project Management
- Oversee a portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
- Implement and refine project governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms.
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations at all levels.
Change Management & Communication
- Drive organizational change through effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate high-quality interactions and clear, consistent communications with internal and external partners. Facilitate high-quality interactions and clear, consistent communications with internal and external partners
Financial & Operational Oversight
- Develop and manage budgets for strategic initiatives.
- Conduct financial analysis and operational reviews to optimize resource allocation and drive efficiency.
- Ensure alignment of strategic initiatives with organizational financial goals.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in strategic planning, IT compliance, and project/program management.
- Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide initiatives in a complex, regulated environment.
- Strong knowledge of IT governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
- PMP, PgMP, or similar project management certification preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.