Job Description

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.



Our Information Technology department is seeking an IT Project Manager to join our growing team in our Worcester, MA Corporate Headquarters with a hybrid work arrangement.

POSITION SUMMARY:

If you love collaborating, innovating, and learning, then we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized and motivated project manager looking for a new creative challenge in a fast-paced area of Hanover's Technology project management center of excellence.



As a member of the team, you are expected to be a tech-savvy professional with an in-depth understanding of the enterprises business goals. You are methodical, have excellent communication and time management skills - and can utilize those skills effectively across various business units.



Ultimately, the Project Manager is responsible for managing a wide range of technology projects of varying complexity.



With your solid blend of technical, and business facing skills, you will successfully partner with areas across the enterprise to lead delivery of projects in their area.



This is a Full-time, Exempt role.

WHY YOU WILL DO:

Work in an agile/iterative development environment Work collaboratively with all team members throughout the project life cycle Strategic and insightful in their thinking, with good judgment and an intuitive sense of where to look for opportunities to support the business Decisive, but open-minded, innovative, and entrepreneurial thinker Able to identify and mitigate risks while considering the big picture of company-wide impact, industry trends, and strategic implications The ability to learn quickly and progress rapidly through on the job training with a desire to take on more responsibility Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical details to a non-technical audience as well as presenting business outcomes to technical teams. Contribute to and promote adherence to best practices as defined by the Project Management COE and Project Management Office (PMO).

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

Minimum of 3+ years of IT Project Management Bachelor's degree in related field, specialized training, or equivalent work experience Familiarization with project management tools such as MS Project, Planview, or Jira. MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT REQUIRING SPONSORSHIP (IE. GREEEN CARD HOLDER OR US CITIZEN) Experience delivering software development projects using Agile or Iterative methodology Promotes teamwork, cooperation, respect, creativity, recognition, and provides ongoing coaching to employees Continuously monitor project status and manage project resources, finances, and scope. Contribute to and may lead program governance and steering committees. Develop strong partnerships within IT and the Business. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of Business Strategies, Products, and Organizations to ensure clarity of the business drivers and outcomes. May own or participate in selecting and developing strategic partnerships with vendors including contract negotiations, monitoring execution, and evaluating outcomes.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you - at every level - to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401K with a company match Tuition reimbursement PTO Company paid holidays Flexible work arrangements Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only) Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.



Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law."



As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation:

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.