Associate, Project Management

Sallie Mae•New Castle, DE

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way. We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more. We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

Requirements

Understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in project documentation and task tracking.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and address project-related issues.
Proficient in project management software tools and applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field.
1-2 years of experience in project management or project coordination roles.

Responsibilities

Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
Maintain project documentation, including project charters, schedules, and meeting minutes.
Monitor and track project tasks and deliverables to ensure they are completed on time and according to project plans.
Assist in coordinating project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
Contribute to implementing quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet established standards.
Contribute to monitoring project budgets, tracking expenses, and reporting budget status.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
Career development and training opportunities