Senior Project Manager Of Operations
At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they're free to grow, lead, and innovate. You'll be backed by our digital ecosystem : a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you're not just improving clients' risk profiles, you're building trust. You'll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you're ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
How You'll Make An Impact
Senior level operations role that is key right hand person who supports and partners with the Sr. Vice President of Operations and branch operational leaders. The Senior Project Manager of Operations has dotted line responsibility for supporting and directing branch operational efforts within the region. Facilitates bringing functional leaders together to work on projects as applicable. Drives regions operational projects and responsible for implementation of those projects that will be through the actions of staff, engagement of executive management and other stakeholders. Assist Sr. Vice President of Operations to develop and implement a strategic regional plan to achieve business and operation goals annually. Essential duties include; supporting the overall strategies of organic revenue; merger growth; process improvement; talent development, and innovation, creating, developing and promoting operational policies and processes, which are in line with best practices, driving operations projects in conjunction with regional resources and branch operations liaising between the regional branches and corporate providing oversight of branch commission tracking process assisting in recruiting operational directors and manager roles in the region mentoring and assisting in onboarding new operations directors leading, coaching, and developing branch operations leaders developing and implementing regional operations training as needed.
About You
Required : Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience required. Must possess; exceptional business acumen (to include understanding general business principles, finance, accounting and marketing strategies), ability to lead / manage staff, strong time management skills, superior presentation skills, flexibility to shift priorities as needed to service the needs of the region, and proficient PC skills. Preferred : Prior employee benefits brokerage experience preferred. Master's degree / MBA desired Behaviors : action-oriented and goal-driven ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level strong critical thinking skills, collaborative, proactive approach ability to interact with all levels of management desire and ability to develop others self-motivated and able to work independently, and ability to demonstrate sound judgement.
Compensation And Benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market / geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business / practice area, supply / demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve : medical / dental / vision plans, which start from day one! Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include : digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more...
We Value Inclusion And Diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Sr Project Manager • Rolling Meadows, IL, US