Human Resources Business Project Manager - M&A

UKG•,

6d•$133,900 - $190,750

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Project Manager coordinates and manages multiple projects with defined scopes, primarily focused on HR mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The role partners with the HR M&A executive sponsor, the Senior Principal HR M&A Manager, and cross-functional project team members to develop plans and manage detailed timelines aligned with team strategy and project objectives. It calls for broad HR and project management experience, excellent communication and collaboration skills, strong follow-up and attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in project management, human resources, or M&A, or equivalent experience.
5–7 years of work experience in HR.
5–7 years of work experience in project management, preferably within HR.

Nice To Haves

M&A focus in HR work experience.
Familiarity with the HR M&A lifecycle, including due diligence, pre-close readiness, Day 1 activities, and post-close stabilization.
Ability to manage own workload using established practices and strong project management skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to new projects and work effectively on multiple projects.
Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and precisely, verbally and in writing, and influence others to take action or adopt different points of view.
Ability to build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships across organizational levels.
Ability to develop and execute plans against project goals, identifying key issues and risks for project-team and senior-level review.
Ability to manage competing priorities and aggressive timelines to achieve goals and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

Project manage multiple HR projects with a discrete focus, primarily in M&A.
Determine and define project scope and objectives in partnership with HR and business leaders.
Develop and manage detailed project tracking and timelines to execute project goals and related activities.
Work across departmental functions and interact with functional areas beyond the HR department.
Monitor project progress and partner with leaders and the project team to make adjustments as needed.
Provide consistent project updates to stakeholders on progress, adjustments, risks, and concerns.
Prepare and lead project meetings, including agendas and post-meeting notes and follow-up.
Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement.
Contribute to project management best practices and support the evolution of the HR PMO team.