Senior Project Manager (Finance)

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About Us: Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote, and protect their brands and reputations. Our AI & Product Team is at the forefront of driving AI-driven transformations within communications, creating innovative solutions that empower our clients and teams globally. We are seeking a highly organized, adaptable, and relationship-driven Project Manager to join our team.

Job Summary: As a Project Manager on the AI & Product Team, you will play a critical role in structuring and managing projects that support our strategic initiatives across a global business. You will transform ambiguous ideas into actionable plans, maintain clear communication with stakeholders, and ensure seamless execution in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Your ability to build relationships, manage shifting priorities, and provide real-time updates will be essential to your success.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution:
• Develop detailed project plans from high-level concepts, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Track project progress, ensuring alignment with objectives and timely delivery.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the primary point of contact for project updates, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned.
• Build strong relationships across teams and levels, facilitating collaboration and trust.
• Proactively follow up with team members to secure updates and task completion, always maintaining a positive and approachable demeanor.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving:
• Adjust plans and priorities as needed to respond to changing business needs and emerging opportunities.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks or roadblocks to keep projects on track.
• Organizational Excellence:
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and ensure accurate, up-to-date records.
• Provide real-time status updates and answers to stakeholders' questions with ease.
• Ensure all project tasks are effectively organized in tools like Monday.com or other project management platforms.
• Team Collaboration:
• Partner with team members across disciplines to ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and accountability.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 2-4 years of experience in project management or a similar role, ideally within AI, technology, or product-focused teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Monday.com , Microsoft Teams) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

Attributes

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and structuring nebulous initiatives.
• Highly adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, shifting environment.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.

$69,000 - $108,000 a year

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

Edelman offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

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