Company Overview
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.
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An opportunity exists to be the Global Program Manager within the Partner & Global Engagement Services teams supporting critical initiatives to drive efficiency and growth in key growth areas within the business. The Global Program Manager will report directly into the GVP for Partners & Global Engagement Services, supporting leadership in identifying, executing and sustaining key projects within the group. This is a multi-faceted role, requiring the need to align with multiple stakeholders globally to support business improvement. The Global Program Manager will be responsible for:
• Managing programs toward the achievement of overarching and ongoing strategic objectives.
• Create and manage long-term program goals and monitor performance.
• Organize projects and activities in accordance with the strategy and goals and contribute toward UKG's growth.
• Define and oversee program governance (controls).
• Effectively utilize cross-functional resources across projects.
• Drive and manage stakeholder communication.
• Manage risks and issues, ensuring corrective measurements take place.
• May develop or manage a budget and operating plan for the program.
To ensure success as a Global Program Manager, you should exhibit strong leadership skills and extensive experience in program management in a related industry. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:
• Drive programs toward the achievement of overarching and ongoing strategic objectives
• Define and oversee program governance, scope, expected outcomes, and success criteria with stakeholders
• Contribute thought leadership to strategic initiatives
• Plan and manage programs throughout their life-cycle to deliver anticipated results
• Collaborate with internal teams, including change management, enablement, and business stakeholders, communicate complex concepts with anticipation on objections to influence other to adopt a point of view
• Report progress to senior leadership
• Anticipate problems; formulate solutions so as not to impede the progress of the program
• Ensure program delivery on time, on budget, and with quality
• Oversee program deployment and adoption
• Diagnose and resolve issues
• Keep up with advancements and trends in Human Capital management delivery
Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal guidance
• Critical thinking, creativity, and independent judgment skills
• Proven program management experience with the ability to work on and track multiple programs simultaneously
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to effectively lead with and without authority
• Agile mindset and ability to develop and facilitate creative solutions to complex problems
• Ability to evaluate performance metrics, as well as diagnose and resolve issues
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, relationship, and stakeholder management skills and ability to build solid long-term relationships across the organization
Basic Qualifications
• 8-10 years of experience in program management, preferably in a related industry
• Experience applying continuous process improvement concepts, theory, and tools
• Ability to travel up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or similar preferred
• Established record of consistently meeting or exceeding performance standards
• Project Management and/or Program Management certification preferred
• Human Capital Management (HCM) experience preferred (Benefits background strongly preferred)
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Where we're going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.
The pay range for this position is $99,800 to $143,450, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers