Project Manager

At Better Debt Solutions, our mission is to nurture a culture of compassion and empowerment. It is rooted in empathy and driven by tailored strategies, transparent practices, and exceeding expectations. By focusing on helping individuals thrive, we unite our team and clients in a shared journey towards a BETTER future.

Join our team at Better Debt Solutions and be a part of an exciting chapter in our company's growth! We're on the lookout for an experienced Project Manager who is driven, possesses a strong professional presence, and has the proven ability to grow with a scaling company that is evolving technologically. If you're a dedicated and motivated individual who desires to grow with a company and help to spearhead our newest technical initiatives and releases, now is your time. Your expertise and enthusiasm will play a pivotal role in shaping our future. Come join us and make an impact!

This role is an in office position for candidates within a commutable distance of our Irvine location. This role is an Exempt Salary starting at $100,000 - $110,000/year.  This role is open to candidates who do not require visa sponsorship. 

Why Work for Better Debt Solutions:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Career Opportunities & Progressive Career Paths
• Work Culture that empowers and uplifts you!
• BBB Accredited Company

What you'll be doing:

The Project Manager must be able to perform the following tasks:

• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, IT, Operations, and Talent Acquisition) to identify and scope key requirements, milestones, and dependencies for project success
• Analyze existing processes and identify areas for improvement
• Develop and maintain process documentation
• Monitor and report on project progress and initiatives, addressing any issues or roadblocks promptly
• Oversee the implementation of new systems, processes and solutions within the organization
• Onboarding of new technology and rolling out systems to employees at every level of the organization
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and adoption of new initiatives
• Conduct regular status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders
• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Monitor project risks and implement contingency plans as needed
• Ensuring reported issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Identify improvement initiatives to achieve predetermined business objectives
• Conduct post implementation reviews or retrospectives to evaluate project outcomes and identify lessons learned
• Continuously improve project management practices based on feedback and performance
• Create project runbooks to track and manage timeline and deliverables.

What we are looking for:

The Project Manager must have the following experiences:

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably over 5 years
• You have a high execution bar and will see projects from conception to completion
• Excellent at collaborating across teams, bridging different parts of the organization to achieve cross-functional outcomes
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective
• A discerning and an incredibly fast learner
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven experience working within Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Team player who embraces change and can be patient, persistent, pragmatic, and diplomatic
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and background interacting with senior management
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience overseeing a wide portfolio of different IT/Technical initiatives
• Ability to translate information into clear and engaging visual stories via PowerPoint
• PMO experience desired
• Process improvement experience
• PMP Certification
• Previous experience working with CRM software systems
• Experience with Wrike
• MBA
• Start-up experience

 Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO and Sick time
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Better Debt Solutions is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, or any other non-merit based factor.