Program Manager

Horace Mann is seeking an experienced and strategic Program Manager to lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives that drive business and technology outcomes. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is responsible for managing multiple large-scale projects or programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader and communicator who can think strategically across the enterprise while effectively driving execution and delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and manage multiple large projects and/or enterprise programs.

• Think strategically across the organization, aligning program objectives with business and technology goals.

• Develop and oversee program plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful delivery.

• Assist with the development of business cases, defining scope, value, and resource needs.

Execution & Delivery

• Carry out procedures to ensure all technology solutions and services meet company standards and user requirements.

• Define and clarify project and program scope, objectives, and deliverables.

• Monitor program progress, ensuring milestones and goals are achieved.

• Identify and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, including development of mitigation strategies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and manage program teams and deliverables, including directing other project managers.

• Determine team structure, define roles and responsibilities, and set clear direction.

• Mentor and develop less experienced project managers and team members.

• Motivate teams and foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for program sponsors, steering committees, and stakeholders.

• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders, including executive-level leadership.

• Coordinate activities across multiple functions to ensure alignment and program success.

• Communicate effectively with project teams, sponsors, and senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

• H.S Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• 8+ years of project or program management experience required.

• Proven ability to manage large, complex programs and multiple project workstreams.

• Strong understanding of business and product operations across multiple lines of business.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or coursework in Project/Program Management (e.g., CAPM, PMP, PgMP) preferred.

Additional Information

• Normal office environment.

• Periodic travel may be required.

• Ongoing education in Project/Program Management is encouraged and supported.

Pay Range:

• $105,200.00 - $147,950.00/annually

Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth: We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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