Senior Project Manager

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Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionizing how businesses navigate the ever‑changing regulatory landscape. At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges – we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose‑built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we! Don’t worry if you don't check all the boxes – apply anyway!'re focused on hiring the right people, not just theright” resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing the complete life cycle of global and multinational projects, including initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing to ensure planned results are achieved on time, on budget, and with the desired quality. As a Senior Project Manager, you will develop project plans, timelines, and ensure progress‑to‑plan, actuals‑to‑budget as well as tracking and communicating critical project achievements. You will be the primary point of contact for the project and will be responsible for providing regular project updates to all stakeholders, as well as serving as the initial point of contact for all project‑related escalations. You will work with vendors and teams to establish and achieve goals.

More Specifically You Will

• Manage all assigned projects to completion, ensuring on‑time delivery, meeting budgetary demands, and maintaining overall project ownership.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Develop and control project schedule and communicate changes in a timely manner.
• Plan and manage project resources effectively.
• Manage and approve all billable time and expenses recorded against the project by Sovos Consultants, including your own.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs.
• Provide regularly scheduled updates to internal and external stakeholders and hold weekly project update meetings throughout the implementation lifecycle.
• Manage expectations for stakeholders to ensure satisfaction throughout implementation.
• Proactively manage change control and communicate impact in scope; identify issues and devise contingency plans.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Serve as the first level of escalations for all project‑related risks and issues.
• Be comfortable working with Fortune 1000 companies.
• Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction for a defined portfolio or projects.
• Make important decisions that impact project outcomes.
• Act as an escalation point for complex situations.

What We Need From You

• 7-10 years’ experience managing projects in a software or professional services company.
• >3 years’ experience managing multi‑country or multi‑region projects.
• Previous experience working on IT projects is desirable.
• Master both Waterfall and Agile project management techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments concurrently.
• Strong time management, organizational and decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated track record of finishing projects on time and on budget.
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Power
  Point, Outlook).
• Experience using Microsoft Projects or other project‑management solutions is highly desirable.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Manage the entire project life cycle, from initiation to closure.
• Interact effectively with teammates, colleagues and clients.
• Allocate resources effectively to satisfy customer requirements and internal implementation targets.
• Manage stakeholder expectations.
• Collaborate with functional leads to achieve implementation goals.
• Fluency in English.
• Comprehend and communicate complex concepts.
• Concentrate, analyze and resolve complex problems.
• Leverage technology (laptop, cloud computing, smartphones) to fulfill work requirements.

What Does Sovos Offer You?

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Personal Accidents Insurance
• Meal Allowance
• Continuing opportunities for further Learning & Development
• Progressive Wellness Program
• A chance to work with talented and passionate people in a rewarding and values‑driven environment.
• Visit our careers page to learn more.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, colour, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.

Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Purpose‑built for always‑on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT‑driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos’ cloud‑based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100, 000 customers in 100+ countries – including half the Fortune 500 – trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19, 000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program – more than 400 strong – Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. For more information visit http://www.sovos.com and follow us on Linked
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