Project Manager II

Summary

Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company on a mission to deliver complex payments solutions. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to partner with educational institutions for the successful implementation of their products, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Proven ability to plan, organize, drive, and fully execute on simultaneous multi-phase projects from end to end
• After the contract is executed, manage and deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget for our education partners
• Coordinate with and manage solutions consultants, technical implementation managers, product management, relationship management, engineering support, and third-parties/vendors to develop project scope and plans, and client objectives all while gauging technical feasibility
• Effectively manage client expectations, project risk levels, and communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Provide accurate, timely, and detailed weekly status updates to management, including progress against the project plan, timeline changes, risks, issues, and upcoming milestones
• Work in collaboration with various internal departments to identify needed improvements, recommend solutions, and escalate items to Director/VP as appropriate

Skills

• BA/BS degree (required)
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Can work independently and be self motivated
• Baseline understanding of technology — e.g., SQL, databases, APIs, Web Services, SFTP, file troubleshooting, infrastructure and enterprise systems
• Working knowledge of Agile, SDLC, and other software development methodologies
• A background working for a SaaS based company or in Higher Education (preferred)
• Knowledge of Peoplesoft, Colleague, Ellucian, and Banner products is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• BA/BS degree (required)
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Can work independently and be self motivated
• Baseline understanding of technology — e.g., SQL, databases, APIs, Web Services, SFTP, file troubleshooting, infrastructure and enterprise systems
• Working knowledge of Agile, SDLC, and other software development methodologies

Nice to Haves

• A background working for a SaaS based company or in Higher Education (preferred)
• Knowledge of Peoplesoft, Colleague, Ellucian, and Banner products is preferred

Benefits

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program (Meet our Execs & Global Teams)
• Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes, learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
• Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
• Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness, Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates
• Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in your community and Digital Disconnect Days!
• Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers!)