Strategic Project & Program Lead – Partnerships (Hybrid)

Apex Systems; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision ins.

HSA option

Job summary

Apex Systems in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Project/Program Manager to serve as the dedicated PM for the Partnerships business unit. The role requires embedding with the Partnerships team, leading both program and project management efforts, and building governance and roadmaps for strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring 10-15+ years of PM experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while partnering with senior leadership to drive outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of project/program management experience.
• Senior-level PM capable of leading the Lead role.
• Strong executive presence and experience leading complex initiatives.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and build structure.

Responsibilities

• Function as both Program Manager and Project Manager for the Partnerships organization.
• Embed within the Partnerships team and attend key meetings.
• Learn the business quickly and understand partnership strategies and offerings.
• Build project plans, timelines, status reporting, and roadmaps.
• Coordinate delivery of partnership initiatives including financial products and promotions.
• Identify risks, issues, dependencies, and resource gaps.
• Improve communication and coordination across stakeholders.
• Act as a strategic partner to the business.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Stakeholder management

Executive presence

Ambiguity handling

Job description

Apex Systems in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Project/Program Manager to serve as the dedicated PM for the Partnerships business unit. The role requires embedding with the Partnerships team, leading both program and project management efforts, and building governance and roadmaps for strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring 10-15+ years of PM experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while partnering with senior leadership to drive outcomes.