Strategic HR M&A Project Lead

UKG; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 134,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Principal Business Project Manager focused on HR M&A to coordinate and manage multiple HR projects with a discrete M&A emphasis. You will partner with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to develop plans and manage detailed timelines aligned with business strategy.

The role requires 5–7 years in HR (M&A preferred) and 5–7 years in project management within HR, with excellent communication and collaboration skills to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

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

HR M&A experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred in PM, HR or M&A)

Job description

UKG is seeking a Principal Business Project Manager focused on HR M&A to coordinate and manage multiple HR projects with a discrete M&A emphasis. You will partner with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to develop plans and manage detailed timelines aligned with business strategy.

The role requires 5–7 years in HR (M&A preferred) and 5–7 years in project management within HR, with excellent communication and collaboration skills to drive results in a fast-paced environment.