What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program / Project Manager - Global Legal Strategies & Policy position at Select Source International?
This is a 12-month contract role in North Chicago, IL (60064), requiring hybrid work. It supports the Global Legal Strategies & Policy team as a Program/Project Management specialist. No legal background needed—focus is on consulting-style project management for complex, cross-functional programs in a global, matrixed environment. Pharma/healthcare experience preferred but not required.
Key Candidate Requirements- Profile: Strong consulting experience with cross-functional initiatives; proven PM skills in planning, tracking, and executing multi-stakeholder programs.
- Core Skills:
- Excellent written/verbal communication.
- Build/execute project plans.
- Create executive presentations.
- Turn ambiguity into actionable plans.
- Thrive in global teams.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Program Manager and teams.
- Develop/maintain strategies for goals.
- Coordinate timelines, milestones, deliverables.
- Track progress, risks; aid issue resolution.
Hands-on with AI assistants/automation (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Ligora) and project platforms. Familiarity with data analytics to derive insights for reporting/decisions.
Screening Priorities- Consulting/problem-solving first.
- PM depth over legal knowledge.
- AI tool comfort essential.
- Pharma/healthcare boosts fit