Local Market Project Manager (Fixed Term)

Why join Safeguard Global?

We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that makes time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work.

Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for A Job That Works for You.

The role in a nutshell:

The Local Market Project Manager who would be hired on a fixed term contract for 1 year will be responsible for delivering specific key business initiatives related to the creation of local market business entities and the transition of the workforce to these new entities. This role is an individual contributor role with responsibility for executing assigned tasks.

How you will make a difference:

• Determine and define project scope and objectives by country and client working with leadership on strategy to meet financial targets.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create and maintain extensive project documentation as required.
• Deliver high quality, on time, and on budget.
• Effective client and stakeholder management. Ability to manage and communicate program results through multiple communication methods to keep all participants and stakeholders engaged and informed.
• High focus on client and worker adoption working closely with Account Management to develop dynamic approaches to deployment and optimization.
• Strong partnership and collaboration with Corporate Entity Management and Compliance, HR Services, Operations, and third-party vendors ensuring dependencies are revealed and well managed.
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
  
  

What will give you an advantage:

• Please note - This is a fixed term role for 12 months
• Proven track record of delivering business critical projects by devising appropriate project and deployment plans, providing relevant analysis, and effective stakeholder management.
• Exceptional time management, facilitation, and organizational skills will a high level of attention to detail.
• Proven ability to interpret (financial) data and metrics to inform business decisions.
• Outstanding working knowledge of change management and the ability to influence outcomes within formal and informal reporting structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at an executive level.
• Aptitude for analytical thinking and creative solutions.
• Confident decision maker who works well under pressure.
• Proven relationship building skills.
• Competence in all aspects of project and program management, Knowledge of project management tools such as Smartsheet and well versed with excel sheet, formulas, and dashboards.
• Assertive, tenacious, and courageous approach to work.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work in a dynamic, results-oriented environment.
• Track record of successfully balancing competing priorities and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• International business experience preferred.
• Strong skills in program management, planning and project implementation.
• Thorough understanding of principles of Project management and delivery.
• Energetic, highly organized, assertive with good negotiation and problem-solving skills.
  
  

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe.

Our Global Benefits 

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.  
• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.  
• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.  
• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.  
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan. 
  
  

Why become a Guardian: 

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.  
• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace. 
  
  

Next Steps: 

To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time. 

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At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.