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Business Project Manager

MassMutual

MassMutual

Operations
Springfield, MA, USA
USD 131,100-172k / year
Posted on Nov 14, 2025

The Opportunity

The MassMutual Distribution Platforms, Readiness & Strategy (DPR&S) team is seeking an experienced Business Project Manager to lead medium-scale and complex initiatives. In this role, you will report to the Head of Advisor360 Strategy and Program Management and operate within a matrixed environment, collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver solutions that enhance growth and efficiency for advisors and the Home Office. Through strategic execution and strong partnership, you will help drive meaningful, timely value across the organization.

The Team

Join a small, dynamic, and collaborative team dedicated to delivering innovative distribution technology solutions for MassMutual advisors. Our team is focused on driving efficiency and advancing both Distribution and Wealth Management organizations. With our nimble structure, we work closely together to achieve consistent success while supporting one another. Above all, we prioritize helping individuals balance work and life in ways that foster personal and professional growth.

The Impact:

As a Business Project Manager your responsibilities will include the following:

  • Drive the timely delivery of platform enhancements and complex initiatives.
  • Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts (business, technical, compliance, communications, vendors, etc.) to define and execute delivery plans.
  • Maintain accountability to key stakeholders by providing clear, consistent progress updates.
  • Develop a strong understanding of impacted business processes to inform project approach.
  • Define and manage detailed project plans to ensure alignment and execution.
  • Lead the team in resolving issues quickly to minimize schedule impact.
  • Manage priorities and resolve conflicts to prevent delays.
  • Implement strategies that ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Standardize and leverage tools and documentation across all projects.
  • Communicate effectively with targeted audiences to drive awareness and engagement.
  • Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

The Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 7+ years of managing and driving the execution of medium to large-scale, complex projects.
  • 5+ years of business program management experience.
  • Due to the nature of the position, as part of our background check process, candidates must be able to pass a non-registered fingerprinted background check to qualify as a fingerprinted person under FINRA.

The Ideal Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading business and technical projects within the Insurance or Wealth Management industry.
  • Proficiency in Excel, project management tools, and Visio.
  • Hands-on experience managing projects involving customer relationship management (CRM) software.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Strong conflict resolution, coordination, and planning abilities when working with cross-functional teams.
  • Sound judgment to balance business objectives with regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated success partnering with internal technical teams and external vendors.

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

  • Regular meetings with the A360 Strategy & Program Management team
  • Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
  • Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran, and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
  • Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
  • Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

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Salary Range:

$131,100-$172,000

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.