Our client is hiring for a People & Culture (P&C) Project Manager (internal title: P&C Officer) in New York. You will play a pivotal role in developing and optimizing the HR budget while ensuring their processes meet the evolving needs of our function. This position is available either on a fixed-term basis for 18 months or as a permanent role.
The New York office follows a hybrid model where the employee is required to attend the office at least 10 days out of the month.
Your Role:
Portfolio Management:
Develop and monitor the HR budget, ensuring continuous optimization.
Report monthly on P&C programs, projects, and critical tasks, highlighting potential risks and challenges.
Project, Process, and Change:
Collaborate with specialists to scope projects and create detailed project charters.
Implement a standardized project management methodology and establish a robust change management framework.
Update P&C processes as necessary based on project impacts.
Reporting and Analytics:
Define performance measures and collect data for regular management reporting using Workday tools (HRIS and Adaptive).
Analyze and develop insights for half-year and yearly HR reporting.
Support organizational reporting and analytics needs in collaboration with Advisory partners.
What We Are Looking For:
Experience managing complex projects with multiple workstreams and significant change management.
Experience in a project management office managing the portfolio, projects, and resourcing needs.
Experience developing a change management approach.
Background in management consulting or a similar role outside of HR.
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail (expert level in Excel).
Experience in process management, mapping, and optimization.
Commitment to continuous learning and growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism, and social justice.
A humble approach to listening and working respectfully with all people, ensuring diverse perspectives are heard and valued.