Hybrid Senior Manager, Special Projects

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About the role

  • Lead end-to-end project management for special initiatives across Hearst Magazines' commerce division—from scoping and planning through execution and delivery
  • Develop and maintain project plans, roadmaps, and communication cadences; facilitate kickoffs, stand-ups, status meetings, and post-mortems
  • Create clear, actionable documentation including briefs, RACIs, requirements, timelines, and dashboards
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., editorial, product, marketing, operations, audience, BI, and legal) to coordinate efforts and remove roadblocks
  • Monitor risks, manage change requests, and escalate issues as needed to keep projects moving forward
  • Streamline workflows and implement process improvements for repeatable, high-quality delivery
  • Build lightweight KPI reporting and dashboards to share progress and outcomes with stakeholders and leadership

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in project or program management, ideally in digital media, content, or e-commerce
  • Exceptionally organized, proactive, and detail-oriented; comfortable juggling multiple high-stakes projects
  • Strong communicator who can distill complex updates into clear, actionable summaries for stakeholders
  • Skilled in project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Jira, Airtable, or similar
  • Proficient in Excel/Sheets and Google Slides for planning and reporting
  • Confident facilitator who drives meetings, decisions, and accountability across teams
  • People management experience with a track record of mentoring and developing direct reports
  • Bonus: PMP, CSM, or similar certifications; experience scaling project management practices across an organization

Benefits

  • Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
  • Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
  • Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
  • Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
  • Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
  • Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Job title

Senior Manager, Special Projects

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$88,000 - $106,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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