Junior HR Project Manager

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

The HR Project Management team is looking for a junior PM to join us.  This individual thrives in planning & organizing projects, is committed to achieving results, and can readily adapt to shifting priorities, procedures and technologies.  They are a phenomenal communicator who takes the time to build relationships and make service their mission.  They are dedicated to continuous improvement; always eager to learn more.

The Jr. Project Manager will lead the execution of small to medium human resources projects through the project management & change management lifecycles. They will work closely with the Senior Project Manager to help the People team to respond quickly to the needs of 2U’s growing business. 

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Project Management 
  • Gather and define project requirements
  • Clearly articulate the objectives and issues necessary to deliver a project
  • Conduct analysis and prepare business cases to support decision making
  • Coordinate and lead the planning and management of assigned projects through completion
  • Monitor project milestones and critical dates to identify potential jeopardy of project schedule
  • Identify ways to resolve schedule issues ahead of deadlines
  • Manage scope and change controls associated with projects
  • Introduce tools and people analytics to improve returns on learning investments and develop insightful and HR reporting
  • Successful execution of projects
•  Change Management 
  • Manage communications by keeping teammates informed of the status, project deliverables and by managing the issue resolution process
  • In partnership with Internal Communications and Sr. Mgr, develop and implement plans for managing communications to internal stakeholders
  • Drive high-levels of engagement and adoption by project stakeholders
  • Look for ways to improve upon efficiencies and streamline wherever possible

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 to 5+ years in a professional environment; preferred project management experience
• CAPM certification a plus

While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Lanham, MD two days a week.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($70,000 - $75,000), with potential bonus eligibility.  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well a