Program Manager II, Partnerships

CURRENT ROOT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career page in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.As part of Root's interview process, we kindly ask that all candidates be on camera for virtual interviews. This helps us create a more personal and engaging experience for both you and our interviewers. Being on camera is a standard requirement for our process and part of how we assess fit and communication style, so we do require it to move forward with any applicant's candidacy. If you have any concerns, feel free to let us know once you are contacted. We’re happy to talk it through.The OpportunityWe are looking for a Program Manager II, Partnerships to join our Brand & Communications team. The mission of this role is to support the planning and execution of high-impact partner initiatives. This role will be critical in helping us drive alignment and operational excellence across internal teams and external partners—both current and future.You will collaborate closely with Business Development, Technical Program Management, Product, Marketing, Analytics, and key partner stakeholders to ensure our partnership programs are scoped, prioritized, executed, and measured effectively. The right person for this role is a proactive contributor with a deep understanding of agile methodologies and ability to seamlessly orchestrate programs across functions in a highly complex and ambiguous environment.Salary Range: $105,000 - $130,000 (STI & LTI Eligible)How You Will Make An ImpactPartnership Enablement & Cross-functional CollaborationManage intake and prioritization of partner-related initiatives in close partnership with Account Executives, establishing new program foundations as needed.Facilitate collaboration between many internal departments, and some partner-facing teamsCoordinate cross-functional kickoffs and ensure alignment around timelines, deliverables, and ownershipFacilitating “ways of working” between teams Program Execution & Operational RigorOwn day-to-day program management across partnership programs, from planning through executionWork with TPMs to ensure partner deliverables are supported with the right technical resources and timelinesCollaborate in sprint planning and agile ceremonies where relevant to partner programsIdentify and remove roadblocks, escalating as needed to maintain velocity Agile Leadership & ReportingPromote agile values and continuous improvement across teamsHelp stakeholders adapt to evolving priorities and partner needsTrack and report on key milestones, risks, and performance metrics across programsSupport vendor and contract management related to partnership initiativesWhat You Will Need To SucceedStrategic & Relationship SkillsProven experience managing cross-functional programs involving external partnersComfortable navigating ambiguity and aligning diverse stakeholder groupsStrong collaborator with a knack for building trust with Engineering, Product, and Marketing teamsExcellent communication and influence skills across technical and non-technical audiences Execution & AdaptabilityDeep understanding of agile delivery, with a focus on outcomes over outputExperience planning, tracking, and reporting on multiple, concurrent initiativesAble to quickly adjust plans in response to evolving partner needs or business priorities Experience & Tools4+ years of Program, Product, Scrum Master or Project Management experienceExperience working with technical teams and external partners on shared roadmapsExperience managing cross-functional stakeholder and vendor relationshipsProficient in Jira, Productboard, or similar tools for backlog and program managementStrong understanding of measurement frameworks, program reporting, and stakeholder updatesDon’t meet every single requirement?Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Root, Inc., we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway!Join usAt Root, we judge people based on the merit of their work, not who they are. If you are passionate about what this role entails and solving real problems, we encourage you to apply. We want to learn about you and what you can add to our team.Who We AreWe’re harnessing the power of technology to revolutionize insurance. Using machine learning and mobile telematic platforms, we’ve built one of the most innovative FinTech companies in the world. And we’re just getting started.What Draws People To RootOur success is in large part due to our unwavering standards in hiring. We recognize that our products are only as good as the people building and promoting them. We want individuals who find solutions by going through the cycle of ideation to implementation with curiosity, rigor, and an analytical lens. Ask anyone who works here and you’ll hear similar reasons for why they joined:Autonomy—for assertive self-starters, the opportunities to contribute are limitless.Impact—by challenging the way it’s always been done, we solve problems that have a big impact on our business.Collaboration—we encourage rich discussion and civil debate at every turn.People—we are inspired by the collection of crazy-smart people around us.