Project Manager II

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re seeking a Project Manager II to lead and support operational and business initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strong communicator who can effectively coordinate across teams, manage project execution, and contribute to successful delivery of key initiatives.  The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in project management practices and is comfortable with ambiguity.

This is a role on a team of project portfolio management professionals within Pacific Life Investments (PLI) in Newport Beach, CA.

How you’ll up us move forward:

• Support and lead delivery of cross-functional projects from planning through implementation, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for third-party investment managers, partnering with investments, operations, legal, finance and technology teams.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and status reports to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and potential impacts; support development of mitigation plans and escalate as needed.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders to ensure shared understanding of priorities, progress, and decisions.
• Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate collaboration.
• Facilitate project meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through on deliverables.
• Support operational readiness and change management activities as new processes or capabilities are implemented.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including adoption of tools, technologies, or practices that enhance delivery e.g. AI.

The experience you bring:

• 3+ years of project management experience supporting cross-functional initiatives.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, exhibit poise and exercise diplomacy in communication.
• The ability to manage multiple projects, deliverables, and priorities concurrently, maintaining organization and accountability across workstreams.
• Foundational knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks, track dependencies, and support issue resolution.
• Comfortable receiving direction while also taking initiative to move work forward.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Copilot, OneNote, Teams, SharePoint, Project, PowerPoint and Excel, as well as additional project management tools such as Planview or Smartsheet.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.

What makes you stand out:

• Exposure to investment operations, manager onboarding, or financial servicers environments.
• Experience supporting process improvement and operational initiatives.
• Adept analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to translate project requirements into clear, actional tasks and timelines.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through on deliverables.
• Interest in leveraging tools or emerging technologies (e.g. AI) to improve efficiency.
• Progress toward a PMP or other project management certification.

You can be who you are.

People come first here. We’re committed to an inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife. 

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$113,490.00 - $138,710.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.