Project Manager (Contract)
Harvard Business PublishingAustralia
Posted March 12, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Harvard Business Publishing was founded in 1994 as a not-for-profit, independent corporation that is an affiliate of Harvard Business School. Our mission is to empower leaders with breakthrough ideas that solve problems, that elevate performance, and that unlock the leader in everyone. We help leaders move the world forward. With over 600 employees located in Boston (HQ), New York City, Australia, France, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom, Harvard Business Publishing serves as a bridge between academia and enterprises around the globe through its publications and multiple platforms for content delivery, and its reach into three markets: academic, corporate, and consumer. Harvard Business Publishing has a conventional governance structure comprising a Board of Directors and an internal Executive Committee. Working at Harvard Business Publishing brings you into a global, dynamic organization that’s constantly discovering—new markets, new technologies and media platforms, and new groundbreaking ideas. You’ll find your co-workers intellectually curious and highly engaged. We collaborate. We experiment. We are always learning.
Job Description
The Project Manager role is a key member of the Harvard Business Impact team, leading the delivery of leadership development solutions for leading companies. The Project Manager owns the entire delivery process for one or more clients, working closely with clients, thought leaders, facilitators, and colleagues.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in client-facing project management in an educational environment or professional services firm
- Strong planning and organizational skills to manage complex projects and schedules
- Proven project management expertise with the ability to monitor progress and adapt to change
- Customer-focused decision-making to ensure high-quality outcomes
- Clear communication and status updates to keep teams informed and projects on track
- Ability to interpret project data and recommend improvements for success
- Domain knowledge relevant to leadership development and client engagement
- Proficiency required with MS office products such as MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Experience with collaborative technologies such as WebEx and MS Teams
- Strong business acumen skills
- Relationship-oriented
- Customer-focused
- Willing to go the extra mile to delight clients
- Must be fluent in English
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Meaningful programs focused on career development and employee wellness
- Education reimbursement
- Early-release Summer Fridays
