Senior Program Manager

Introduction:

Very Good Ventures is a global consultancy that delivers clients elegant solutions using disruptive technologies. At VGV, we believe that building very good technology starts with a culture of excellence, collaboration, humility, and openness – and of course, have a very good time while doing it.  We place our company values and culture at the forefront of everything we do. 

Rising to prominence as the foremost Flutter experts, VGV is at an exciting stage of growth as we expand our global presence and our range of strategic services. Our mission is to lead the most influential companies through new digital frontiers and improve the relationship between technology and those that create, manage, and experience it. VGV’s client roster spans industries, including Toyota, Google, Dow Jones, JSX, Betterment, and Norwegian Cruise Lines. 

People come to work at VGV to solve challenging problems with the newest technology, alongside some of the best talent in the industry, and in a culture that remains steadfastly dedicated to its employees.

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to initially support an exciting and complex new project with an enterprise grade client. We are open to candidates seeking full-time employment or a freelance opportunity.

As a Senior Program Manager, you successfully usher our programs through their lifecycle. In collaboration with our delivery teams, you will draft project plans while managing scope and risk mitigation. You will help manage and flag the varying constraints in people, time, and budget that may affect program delivery. With a sharp eye to financial forecasts and project timelines, you ensure our program delivery experience is seamless, efficient, and enjoyable for internal teams and clients alike. 

A Senior PM is expected to work on programs with limited managerial oversight and assist in the development of improved processes, procedures, and documentation tools for the team.

Responsibilities 

• Support the service delivery or product delivery team(s) in managing resources, projects and budgets to meet the goals of the business and clients
• Assist and draft project documentation, including budget reports, and project status updates, and other necessary documentation
• Oversee program budget by monitoring how budget is being utilized and expended in the context of the program plan
• Ensure project timelines and deliverables are met at each stage
• Support alignment and collaboration among project delivery teams and between VGV and the client
• Maintain processes to ensure project management documentation, reports and plans are relevant, accurate, and complete
• Determine and set team(s) collaboration style and cadence
• Decision tracking and information dissemination
• Ensure smooth on-boarding and off-boarding of program resources
• Anticipate and troubleshoot budgetary, staffing, or sequencing risks arising in project delivery
• Interact with our clients as necessary to ensure a smooth delivery experience, specifically as the first point of contact for questions on program timeline, status, budget, progress, and escalations 
• Manage responsibility for multiple clients and projects concurrently 
• Utilize Agile methodologies in your work

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivery (on budget and time)
• Client satisfaction
• Process improvement 

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in project, or program management
• Must be available to work in U.S. Eastern Time (ET) or Central Time (CT).
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with strategic clients
• Experience in program management roles within a large enterprise setting
• Strong familiarity with mobile native platforms, including iOS and Android
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Experience creating project documentation e.g. SOW, budget reports, project status updates, etc.  
• Ability to provide clear, actionable guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and project success
• Comfort and skill in presenting to stakeholders during day-one kickoff workshops and similar events
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work effectively
• Proactive communication and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong presence with good relationship-building and interpersonal skills

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Flutter is a significant advantage.
• Exposure to legacy systems, ideally within the insurance industry 
• Familiarity with Jira, Azure Dev Ops, Aha, Figjam, or similar project management tools and platforms
• Demonstrated success working with large development teams; experience in startup environments is a plus but not required.

Total Rewards

VGV wants all employees to be supported in their personal and professional development, so we take a comprehensive approach to compensation and benefits. The initial annual base salary for this position is expected to range from $111k - $180k. We benchmark every role based on location and against comparable companies to ensure competitiveness; however, actual compensation is highly dependent on numerous factors such as location, experience, knowledge and skills, qualifications and other job-related factors.

To further support your growth at our company, VGV also offers the following: 

• Subsidized health insurance, dental, and vision coverage
• Potential to earn equity in an early stage high-growth company
• Flexible PTO and company holidays
• 12 -16 weeks universal fully paid family leave
• 401k retirement savings plan with matching employer contribution
• HSA with employer contribution 
• Working with a talented, global team on cutting edge projects with well-known clients 

Company Values

• Do our best, professional work.
• Be collaborative partners.
• Scale with standards.
• Always be growing.
• Be very good.

Very Good Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment, free from discrimination and harassment, and promoting diversity in our workforce. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of each member of our global workforce, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success as a company.