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Internal Compensation Grade: F2
This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.
It is our intention to fill this role in Columbus, Ohio or Scottsdale, Arizona. However, on occasion, applications from internal candidates working remotely who bring critical industry skills and relevant experience may be considered.
The Business Transformation Team is a dynamic and impactful organization, dedicated to driving meaningful results, process improvement, and operational excellence. Our team collaborates across various departments to implement transformative projects that enhance efficiency, accountability, and overall success.
The Specialist, Project Management role is responsible for supporting Business Acceptance Testing and project support within the Business Transformation organization.
The role will be responsible for:
- Collaborate with business leads, developers, and project managers to understand business requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases based on business requirements.
- Execute test cases and document test results, ensuring that all issues are identified, tracked, and resolved.
- Conduct user acceptance testing to ensure the quality and functionality of business solutions.
- Communicate test results and provide recommendations for improvements to stakeholders.
- Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage monthly incoming technology change projects from technology provider for recordkeeping platform
- Assist with project support.
Ideal candidates are driven by results and impactful work, demonstrate attention to detail, and have a strong understanding of the Emerging Markets Retirement Solutions business.
This role offers the opportunity to develop skills in project management and transformation, providing a pathway for growth within the Business Transformation team.
Job Description Summary
We are a versatile group of individuals, working together to meet the needs of our customers. We value knowledge, strong business savvy and contributing to a stellar team environment. If you thrive in a busy, engaging work environment, we want to know more about you!
As a Specialist, you'll manage small to moderately complex projects to drive business objectives. You'll assist with business process mapping and recommend and implement policies and procedures for new and existing business processes. You'll support the business administration functions for the area(s) you support.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Manages all aspects of projects, including: planning, communication, execution and completion.
Monitors timelines, including regularly re-assessing risks, throughout project life. Makes recommendations to revise project plans on an ongoing basis to maintain alignment with other projects and the business strategy.
Logs issues, designs processes and implements solutions. Maintains awareness of customer and systems requirements and conforms to those requirements.
Coordinates internal and external resources, budgeting and cost containment.
Develops, and implements complex business processes that support business requirements and business strategy.
Provides training on existing and new processes to the assigned customer base.
Provides mentorship and feedback to project team members.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Director or Officer. This is an individual contributor position.
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in business, mathematics or related field.
License/Certification/Designation: Project Management Certification preferred.
Experience: Five years of work experience in project management. Business process mapping experience preferred.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Knowledge of project management concepts and techniques. Working knowledge of business terminology, systems and data processing policies, practices and procedures. Knowledge of business-related systems concepts and requirements preferred. Strong relationship building skills. Proven project management skills. Ability to negotiate and solve problems. Proven decision making skills for problem identification and selection of alternatives. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to prepare technical reports and formal presentations.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the business unit Officer and Human Resources Officer.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)
Working Conditions: Normal office environment; may be required to travel and work flexible hours.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to the principal and essential function of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some associated assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 05/28/2025. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.
For NY residents please review the following state law information: Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations LS740 (ny.gov) https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/02/ls740_1.pdf
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES:
We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Nationwide does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Nationwide employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Nationwide Client Services Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range.The national salary range for Specialist, Business Project Management : $63,000.00-$129,000.00The expected starting salary range for Specialist, Business Project Management : $70,000.00 - $104,000.00
