Strategic Project Manager

About LearnUpon

LearnUpon collaborates with over 1,600 organizations worldwide to empower employees, customers, and members through scalable, results-driven learning solutions. The Operations department, which includes Strategic Project Management, Business Intelligence, Workplace, and Legal, is pivotal to LearnUpon’s expansion efforts. This team designs and refines the critical systems that underpin daily operations, promoting cross-functional coordination and utilizing data insights to achieve fast, accurate, and efficient execution of ambitious business objectives.

Role Overview

As a Strategic Project Manager reporting directly to the COO, you will spearhead vital initiatives that influence LearnUpon’s growth, operational performance, and customer satisfaction. Your role involves acting as a program leader who collaborates with various departments to create frameworks, monitor metrics, and ensure alignment needed for the successful delivery of high-priority projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide pivotal strategic projects by partnering with the global executive team to transform broad vision into concrete executions.
• Define project structures and track milestones to ensure alignment and accountability across global teams.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination among teams and stakeholders to sustain clarity and focus on projects.
• Anticipate and address obstacles proactively with practical solutions.
• Analyze data to discover trends, establish KPIs, and evaluate outcomes to drive impactful business decisions.
• Continuously seek opportunities to optimize workflows, streamline processes, and enhance overall efficiency.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-3+ years of professional experience in project or program management, management consulting, or corporate strategy within a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and a strategic mindset capable of resolving ambiguous challenges.
• High emotional intelligence with proven success managing complex environments.
• Strong analytical skills to structure uncertain situations and deliver projects to completion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder alignment capabilities at all organizational levels.
• Methodical and calm approach to handling multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Proven experience juggling diverse priorities and collaborating with various teams.
• A results-driven attitude that ensures completion of objectives under pressure.
• Adaptability to pivot quickly to maintain progress in rapidly changing scenarios.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to foresee and mitigate potential roadblocks.
• Self-motivated with ownership mentality, initiative, and a readiness to be the primary contact.
• Experience employing AI tools to enhance efficiency and streamline tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in SaaS environments is advantageous.

Additional Information

This position operates on a hybrid model, requiring in-person attendance at the Dublin office at least three days per week. LearnUpon fosters an inclusive, discrimination-free workplace and strongly encourages candidates who meet the criteria but may not fulfill every wish-listed qualification to apply. The hiring process includes initial screening, practical interviews, and a final discussion with the COO. AI tools are employed to improve recruitment efficiency, but human decisions remain core.

Why Work at LearnUpon?

LearnUpon offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous leave policies, and strong commitment to personal development, providing an environment to pursue meaningful and impactful work with trust and support.