HR M&A Project Lead for Strategic Integrations

UKG; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 134,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Principal Business Project Manager (M&A Focus) to coordinate and manage multiple HR projects with a primary emphasis on HR M&A. This role partners with HR M&A executives and cross-functional teams to develop plans, timelines, and detailed execution strategies in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has substantial HR and project management experience, including M&A exposure, strong communication, and keen attention to detail to drive successful outcomes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a preference for project management, human resources or M&A or equivalent experience.
• 5 - 7 years of work experience in HR, with M&A focus a plus
• 5 - 7 years of work experience in project management, preferably within HR

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/timelines to execute project goals and other project-related activities
• Work across departmental functions and interact with functional areas beyond own department
• Monitor project progress and partner with the leaders and project team to make adjustments as needed
• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders regarding progress, adjustments and any risk/concerns.
• Prepare and lead project meetings, including agendas and any post meeting notes/follow up
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
• Contribute to the best practices of project management to support the evolution of the HR PMO team

Skills

Project management

HR knowledge

M&A experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

UKG is seeking a Principal Business Project Manager (M&A Focus) to coordinate and manage multiple HR projects with a primary emphasis on HR M&A. This role partners with HR M&A executives and cross-functional teams to develop plans, timelines, and detailed execution strategies in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has substantial HR and project management experience, including M&A exposure, strong communication, and keen attention to detail to drive successful outcomes and