Senior Project Manager, PIC

Universal Music Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Fertility coverage

Wellbeing reimbursements

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Universal Music Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager, PIC (People, Inclusion & Culture), to lead global programs at the intersection of data analytics and workforce strategy. You will drive complex initiatives, manage governance, and partner with senior HR and business leaders to deliver actionable insights and strategic outcomes.

You will design enterprise analytics, create executive dashboards, and ensure data governance across HRIS, Finance, and Sustainability reporting while mentoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Business, Human Resources, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in people analytics, HR strategy, consulting, or program management roles.
• Advanced analytical capabilities with experience in tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional programs or PMO initiatives.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to executive audiences.
• Experience in ESG, DEI reporting, or global HR transformation initiatives is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of complex, global PIC programs.
• Establish program governance, including milestones and executive updates.
• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams ensuring coordinated delivery.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating to senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices in project management and analytics delivery.
• Lead the design and delivery of enterprise people analytics, including headcount and workforce insights.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks for workforce objectives.
• Translate complex data sets into clear insights for senior leadership.

Skills

People analytics

Program leadership

Executive communication

Data visualization

Cross-functional collaboration

Storytelling

ESG reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science/Business/HR

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

How We LEAD:

As a Senior Project Manager, PIC (People, Inclusion & Culture), within the Strategy, Insights & Planning (SIP) Team, you will operate at the intersection of people analytics, program leadership, and strategic execution. You will own and drive complex, cross-functional PIC initiatives, translating data into business insights while ensuring disciplined project execution across multiple global workstreams. You will serve as a trusted partner to senior HR and business leaders, enabling data-driven decisions that shape workforce strategy, talent outcomes, and organizational effectiveness.

How You'll CREATE:

• Program & Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end execution of complex, global PIC programs, managing scope, timelines, dependencies, and risk across multiple workstreams.
• Establish program governance, including milestones, reporting cadences, and executive updates.
• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams (HR, Legal, Finance, Technology, Sustainability, and many other internal functions), ensuring coordinated delivery and prioritization.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies proactively, escalating to senior stakeholders as needed.
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices in project management and analytics delivery.

People Data Analytics & Strategic Insights

• Lead the design and delivery of enterprise people analytics, including headcount, workforce planning, DEI, engagement, and turnover insights.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to track progress against strategic workforce objectives.
• Translate complex data sets into clear, actionable insights and narrative storytelling for senior leadership and PICLT audiences.
• Establish and enforce data governance standards, ensuring consistency, integrity, and alignment across HRIS, Finance, and Sustainability reporting.
• Drive ESG, DEI, and regulatory reporting, partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate, audit-ready outputs.

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a strategic advisor to PIC leadership, providing clear insights, recommendations, and decision support.
• Develop executive-ready presentations, board materials, and narrative summaries on workforce trends and program outcomes.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, ensuring transparency on progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Facilitate leadership meetings, decision forums, and governance reviews, ensuring follow-through and accountability.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Optimize reporting processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Leverage automation, data visualization tools, and AI-enabled insights where applicable.
• Drive a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across the PIC organization.

Bring Your VIBE:

• Strategic, analytical thinker with the ability to connect data insights to business outcomes.
• Strong program leader with demonstrated experience managing complex, global initiatives.
• Executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong judgment and ownership.
• Collaborative and adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive people data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business, Human Resources, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in people analytics, HR strategy, consulting, or program management roles.
• Advanced analytical capabilities with experience in tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional programs or PMO initiatives.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to executive audiences.
• Experience in ESG, DEI reporting, or global HR transformation initiatives is highly preferred.

Perks Playlist:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT. E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish Job Category: People, Inclusion & Culture Salary Range: $105,450 - $150,000 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

We are Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company. We are the home for music’s greatest artists, innovators and entrepreneurs.