Hachette Book Group · 2 months ago
Project Manager, Transformation Office
New York, New York
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expHachette Book Group is a leading book publisher committed to representing diverse voices. The Project Manager in the Transformation Office will support and deliver strategic initiatives by managing projects, facilitating change management, and engaging stakeholders to drive business transformation.
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Responsibilities
Partner with business leaders and project sponsors to define scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables for transformation projects
Manage day-to-day project activities, track progress, and coordinate resources to ensure timely delivery
Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, and status reports
Facilitate cross-functional meetings, ensuring effective communication and alignment between teams
Support prioritization of initiatives within the transformation portfolio based on strategic importance and resource capacity
Prepare and deliver project updates for leadership, ensuring clear visibility into progress, challenges, and outcomes
Lead project closure and lessons-learned reviews to continuously improve project management practices
Apply structured change management approaches to support adoption of new systems, processes, or ways of working
Develop communication, training, and engagement plans to support smooth transitions during change initiatives
Identify stakeholder groups, assess change readiness, and manage resistance to change
Track and report on adoption and benefits realization metrics
Partner with HR, Communications, and functional leaders to embed new behaviors and processes
Champion project management and change management best practices across the organization
Support the enhancement of transformation frameworks, templates, and tools for consistent delivery
Contribute to fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Help upskill colleagues in basic project management principles through informal coaching and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
5–7 years of experience in project management, business transformation, or change management
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, or equivalent)
Working understanding of change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci ADKAR)
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects or workstreams
Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at various organizational levels
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
Preferred
PMP, CAPM, or Change Management certification preferred
Experience in publishing, media, or a similar creative industry is advantageous
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic and supplemental life
Short-term and long-term disability
Accidental death and dismemberment
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity
Long-term care
Health and dependent care FSA
Commuter benefit plan
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Travel assistance
401(k)
Discretionary bonus program
PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave)
Group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services
Company
Hachette Book Group
Hachette Book Group is a US trade publisher.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (4)
2022 (2)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Fisher
Book Author
Carolyn Pittis
Director, Enterprise Transformation
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