Project Manager Associate

Philippines
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago
Apply easily

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global, remote team as a Project Manager Associate and gain hands-on experience managing impactful projects, collaborating across regions, and developing key project management skills.Company Profile:Our client is a premier leadership and organizational development company at the forefront of the industry, offering innovative models, assessments, and platforms that support world-class leadership development. With a global presence spanning multiple regions and a diverse international team, the company continues to expand its footprint worldwide.The company is driven by the belief that every leader has the potential to become extraordinary. Its solutions are designed to help leaders, teams, and organizations adapt, thrive, and transform in today’s rapidly changing environment. Through a pioneering vertical leadership development platform in the LeadTech® space, supported by an integrated leadership model, the company delivers comprehensive and impactful development experiences.In addition, the company fosters a strong global community of certified practitioners, including coaches, consultants, HR professionals, and educators. This network provides access to best-in-class tools, shared expertise, and collaborative support, enabling effective leadership development across industries and regions.Operating across 12 regions worldwide, the company continues to lead in shaping the future of leadership development.Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role:The Project Management Associate (PMA) is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for supporting the delivery of projects across regions. This is not a strategic leadership position, but a coordination and operational support role, ensuring projects run smoothly, on time, and with high quality standards.The PMA will work closely with internal teams, clients (from an operational or project coordination perspective), and global stakeholders to support the successful execution of leadership development projects.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organization, coordination, and making things happen behind the scenes. The PMA plays a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered smoothly, supporting both clients and internal teams in a structured and efficient way.Duties and Responsibilities:Project Coordination and Execution

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple projects simultaneously
Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule
Coordinate scheduling across clients, coaches, and internal teams

Communication and Stakeholder Coordination

Act as a coordination point between internal teams and client-side project contacts
Facilitate clear and timely communication across stakeholders
Participate in project-related conversations (operational/technical), not sales-driven discussions

Documentation and Data Management

Maintain accurate and organized project documentation
Track project information in internal systems (e.g., NetSuite, Jira, Notion, etc.)
Ensure data accuracy and flag inconsistencies when needed

Operational and Team Support

Support day-to-day project activities and logistics
Assist in onboarding processes and coordination of programs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across regions

Basic Financial Awareness (Non-ownership)

Support the tracking of project data such as budgets or margins
Ensure information is accurately reflected in systems
No responsibility for financial decision-making or ownership

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in project coordination, project support, or similar roles
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Experience working with multiple stakeholders and/or clients
High attention to detail and a structured way of working
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international, and remote environment
Proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented mindset

Nice-to-Have (Not Mandatory)

Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Notion, etc.)
Exposure to working in global or cross-regional teams
Basic understanding of project financials (e.g., what a margin is), without ownership
Experience in SaaS, consulting, or professional services environments
Familiarity with tools like NetSuite or CRM systems

What This Role Is NOT

Not a strategic or senior Project Manager role
Not responsible for owning project financials or budgets
Not a sales or revenue-generating position
Not responsible for leading teams or defining project strategy

What Makes This Role Attractive

Opportunity to work in a global, multicultural environment
Exposure to international clients and projects
Hands-on experience in project delivery across regions
Clear development path toward more senior project management roles
Collaborative and supportive team environment

Job type: PermanentEmp type: Direct hire: Full-timeSchedule: Monday to Friday; Training Period (First 2 Months): 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Philippine Time); Post-Training Schedule: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Australian Time)Location: Remote/WFHIndustry: Premier leadership and organizational development companyExpertise: Project Management, Client Management, Time Management, Technical Proficiency

Manila Recruitment