Senior Project Manager - Learning & Development
Location: Remote (West Coast hours required).
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive highvisibility, enterpriselevel HR initiatives for one of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical companies. If you thrive in fastmoving environments, bring structure without rigidity, and love solving complex problems that shape how organizations develop talent-this role is built for you.
About the Role
This is a strategic, highownership position where you'll lead complex Learning & Development (L&D) programs across multiple workstreams. The environment moves quickly-think startup energy backed by enterprise scale. You'll need the agility to pivot, the discipline to execute, and the mindset to treat HR and L&D initiatives like products that evolve through feedback and continuous improvement.
This is initially a fixed term role till the end of October 2026, but very likely to extend for another year or more. You will be embedded with our pharma/life sciences client to support work on their L&D initiatives for HR processes.
What You'll Own
Lead endtoend delivery of multiworkstream L&D projects aligned with enterprise PMO standards.
Navigate shifting priorities with confidence while maintaining project momentum.
Balance detailed project execution with bigpicture strategic thinking.
Identify friction points and recommend process improvements that respect client systems.
Facilitate discussions, synthesize inputs, and mitigate issues on behalf of leadership.
Support the design and optimization of HR processes aligned with organizational rhythms.
Champion a productoriented approach to L&D-prioritizing user experience, feedback loops, and scalability.
What Strong Project Management Looks Like in this role
Applying structured frameworks while collaborating within enterprise PMO environments.
Proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
Delivering crisp, actionable updates to stakeholders at all levels.
Connecting workstreams and managing dependencies with precision.
Tracking KPIs and providing transparent, datadriven reporting.
What Makes You Successful
You pivot quickly without losing sight of outcomes.
You're energized by complexity and speed.
You bring clarity, structure, and process-without being rigid.
You move seamlessly between tactical execution and strategic planning.
You streamline workflows while maintaining compliance.
You absorb information quickly and facilitate leadershiplevel conversations with confidence.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments (nice to have), especially within HR or L&D programs (highly preferred).
Background in performance management systems or talent development platforms.
Proven success in highintensity, startuplike settings where you bring your consultative expertise to the client.
Strong familiarity with enterprise PMO methodologies.
Techsavvy and comfortable with digital collaboration and reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or related field; PMP or similar certification a plus.
8+ years of project management experience, including 3+ years supporting HR or L&D initiatives.
Proficiency with tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar platforms.
Why join us?
In this role, you'll partner with a global leader in Learning & Development solutions and work directly with a toptier pharmaceutical organization shaping the future of talent development. Your work will influence enterprisewide programs, elevate employee experiences, and drive meaningful organizational performance.
If you're ready to lead with impact, operate with agility, and shape the future of L&D-we'd love to connect.
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