What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Project Management position at Sallie Mae?
When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.
We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.
Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.
We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.
This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.
Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.
We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.
Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.
What You'll Contribute
The Senior Manager, Project Management will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning, execution, and delivery of key initiatives within the organization. The candidate will be positioned within the Program Management Office (PMO) that is responsible for management of business and technology initiatives across the organization. This unique role requires a dynamic individual that can work cross-functionally to manage the delivery of our strategic programs, while interacting with senior leaders with various backgrounds and skillsets.
What You'll Do
What You Have
Minimum
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.
Feeling Your Best Helps You Do Your Best
Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).
Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice.
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.
Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.
We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.
This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.
Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.
We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.
Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.
What You'll Contribute
The Senior Manager, Project Management will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning, execution, and delivery of key initiatives within the organization. The candidate will be positioned within the Program Management Office (PMO) that is responsible for management of business and technology initiatives across the organization. This unique role requires a dynamic individual that can work cross-functionally to manage the delivery of our strategic programs, while interacting with senior leaders with various backgrounds and skillsets.
What You'll Do
- Manage the creation and maintenance of comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align project objectives, manage expectations, and provide regular updates on project progress.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, develop contingency plans and monitor risk factors throughout the project lifecycle.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure that project deliverables meet established standards and client expectations.
- Identify and allocate project resources, including personnel, equipment, and budgets, to ensure successful project execution.
What You Have
Minimum
- Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, with a strong focus on collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and executing project strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting or exceeding quality standards.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with the ability to identify and resolve project issues proactively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficient in project management software tools and applications.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred but not required.
- 6 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a senior management role overseeing complex projects.
- PMP is strongly preferred
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.
Feeling Your Best Helps You Do Your Best
Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
- Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
- Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
- Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
- Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
- Career development and training opportunities
Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice.
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
