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New York , New York

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Hybrid

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Contract

New York, New York

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Hybrid

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Contract

Job ID 73040|Posted Jan 12, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as a Junior Project Manager and make a significant impact by supporting various HR initiatives. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive key projects forward.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee project activities related to Compensation, Benefits, Change Management, and HRIS initiatives.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, timelines, and reporting dashboards to ensure stakeholders are well-informed.
  • Facilitate governance routines, including steering committees and working sessions.
  • Provide operational support for Compensation and Benefits workstreams, ensuring milestones and dependencies are tracked and met.
  • Assist in developing and executing change management deliverables, such as communication plans and training coordination.
  • Prepare agendas and presentation materials to facilitate communication across HR, Finance, Technology, and business teams.
  • Identify and address process gaps, working closely with leadership to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

  • 3-5 years of experience in project management or related coordination roles.
  • Proficiency in Excel, including experience with VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines effectively.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Total Rewards, HRIS implementations, or large-scale HR projects.
  • Familiarity with change management practices such as PROSCI or ADKAR.
  • Comfortable balancing strategic support with hands-on execution.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our inclusive culture.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $37 - $71 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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