Manager, Strategic Finance Project Management

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 Manager, Strategic Finance Project Management will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of projects within the Finance organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, manage project resources, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
 

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and manage project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget, and that project milestones are met.

• Provide clear direction and guidance to project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing project team culture.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring project objectives, requirements, and expectations are understood and met.

• Identify and allocate project resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure efficient and effective project execution.

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues and ensure project success.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet established standards and client requirements.
   

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.
 

What You Have

Minimum education, skills and experience required.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.

• Proven ability to lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and achieving project goals.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders at various levels of the organization.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify issues and implement effective solutions.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and able to quickly adapt to new situations.

• Proficient in project management software tools and applications.

Preferred education, skills, and experience.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in project management, with demonstrated experience in leading and delivering projects successfully.
   

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