In Government & Legal Affairs, you'll be an engaged and trusted partner - empowered to deliver innovative solutions, influence public policy, and achieve results that enable MetLife’s growth and protect its global interests. Applying a commercial and contemporary mindset, you'll advocate for what’s possible, overcome challenges, and embrace different perspectives. If you also pride yourself on acting with accountability, transparency, and respect, apply to join our Government & Legal Affairs team today.

The AVP, Government & Legal Affairs Innovation & Transformation Project Manager is responsible for supporting the Global Government and Legal Affairs strategic planning and execution of this team's highest priority initiatives. This role has specific focus developing AI solutions and leading the organization on workflow transformation of strategic importance. Additionally, this role will establish and own the department’s knowledge management processes. The person in this role will have management accountability across the organizations AI portfolio, inclusive of the procurement and governance processes. As MetLife continues to simplify, project management excellence is critical to executing our strategy.

• Drive strategy execution by leading the planning and delivery of Global Government and Legal Affairs’ highest‑priority initiatives, ensuring alignment with Legal and enterprise objectives.
• Own the Legal AI and innovation portfolio, including development, implementation, governance, and vendor procurement of AI‑enabled legal solutions.
• Lead large‑scale workflow transformation efforts across the global Legal organization, leveraging AI, automation, and process optimization to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Establish and manage the Legal Department’s knowledge management program, enabling scalable access to institutional knowledge, best practices, and legal insights.
• Provide program and project management leadership for complex, cross‑functional initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
• Serve as a key advisor to Legal leadership, translating operational, financial, and technology data into clear, actionable insights for executive decision‑making.
• Influence and lead in a matrixed environment by building strong stakeholder relationships, motivating teams, and driving results without direct authority.