People Project Manager - New York, 10019

Universal Music Group
New York, NY

People Project Manager - New York, 10019, United States of America

How We LEAD:

As a People Project Manager, Strategy, Insights & Planning (SIP) Team, you will operate at the intersection of people analytics, program leadership, and strategic execution. You will own and drive complex, cross-functional PIC initiatives, translating data into business insights while ensuring disciplined project execution across multiple global workstreams.

You will serve as a trusted partner to senior HR and business leaders, enabling data-driven decisions that shape workforce strategy, talent outcomes, and organizational effectiveness.

How You'll CREATE:

Program & Project Leadership

  • Lead end-to-end execution of complex, global PIC programs, managing scope, timelines, dependencies, and risk across multiple workstreams.

  • Establish program governance, including milestones, reporting cadences, and executive updates.

  • Drive alignment across cross-functional teams (HR, Legal, Finance, Technology, Sustainability, and many other internal functions), ensuring coordinated delivery and prioritization.

  • Identify risks, issues, and dependencies proactively, escalating to senior stakeholders as needed.

  • Mentor junior team members and promote best practices in project management and analytics delivery.

People Data Analytics & Strategic Insights

  • Lead the design and delivery of enterprise people analytics, including headcount, workforce planning, DEI, engagement, and turnover insights.

  • Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to track progress against strategic workforce objectives.

  • Translate complex data sets into clear, actionable insights and narrative storytelling for senior leadership and PICLT audiences.

  • Establish and enforce data governance standards, ensuring consistency, integrity, and alignment across HRIS, Finance, and Sustainability reporting.

  • Drive ESG, DEI, and regulatory reporting, partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate, audit-ready outputs.

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to PIC leadership, providing clear insights, recommendations, and decision support.

  • Develop executive-ready presentations, board materials, and narrative summaries on workforce trends and program outcomes.

  • Drive stakeholder engagement, ensuring transparency on progress, risks, and outcomes.

  • Facilitate leadership meetings, decision forums, and governance reviews, ensuring follow-through and accountability.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Optimize reporting processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and scalability.

  • Leverage automation, data visualization tools, and AI-enabled insights where applicable.

  • Drive a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across the PIC organization.

Bring Your VIBE:

  • Strategic, analytical thinker with the ability to connect data insights to business outcomes.

  • Strong program leader with demonstrated experience managing complex, global initiatives.

  • Executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex concepts clearly.

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong judgment and ownership.

  • Collaborative and adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.

  • High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive people data.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Data Science, Business, Human Resources, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

  • 710+ years of experience in people analytics, HR strategy, consulting, or program management roles.

  • Advanced analytical capabilities with experience in tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar.

  • Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional programs or PMO initiatives.

  • Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to executive audiences.

  • Experience in ESG, DEI reporting, or global HR transformation initiatives is highly preferred.

Posted 2026-07-24

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