Project Operations & Program Management Specialist

Project Operations & Program Management Specialist – Global Assurance Engagements (Sri Lanka)We are hiring on behalf of a leading global professional services organization for a Project Operations and Program Management role supporting global assurance engagements. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to work with international teams on engagements for some of the world’s largest clients.About the RoleYou will proactively build relationships with global teams and support the delivery of engagement management activities. We are looking for candidates with strong operations and general management experience who can work effectively within a global delivery framework and support multiple teams.Key ResponsibilitiesManage global engagements through multi-location coordination, engagement economics, confirmations, and database managementSupport projects and initiatives for large global clients, working with teams across regionsIdentify risks, problems and exceptions, and keep all stakeholders updatedPrepare and present engagement results, analysis and status reports to stakeholdersKeep databases, reports and contact lists current with the latest developments, risks, findings and resultsPrepare post-review analysis showcasing trends, KPIs, benchmarking and deep-dive insightsManage transition milestones for first-year engagementsTrack budgets versus actuals on assigned projectsSupport global pursuits and other projects as assignedParticipate in recurring stakeholder meetings and prepare detailed notes and talk tracksEnsure all work is thoroughly reviewed and delivered within timelinesRequired Skills and Experience1.5 to 2.5 years of relevant experience in project operations and program managementExcellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills (a key requirement)Experience in project coordination for global clients or program managementStrong stakeholder management skillsRisk and issue management experienceReporting and analytics experience (KPIs, trends, dashboards)Budget tracking or financial management exposureDatabase and data management skillsExperience coordinating global or virtual teamsProcess improvement and operational excellence mindsetStrong analytical skills, with the ability to independently analyse complex problems and deliver pragmatic solutionsAttention to detail, with the ability to multi-task, prioritise and meet tight deadlinesProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Graduate degree (B.Com / BBA or equivalent) with an interest in business and commercialityWhat We OfferOpportunity to work with global teams and leading businesses across a range of industriesContinuous learning and development in a fast-moving environmentExposure to international projects and well-known global brandsA diverse, inclusive and supportive culture with strong leadership coachingPlease NoteProfiles from pure project management or audit backgrounds are not suitable for this role.How to ApplyClick Easy Apply and share your updated CV.