Project Manager, People & Places
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Project Manager, People & Places
Remote / Pacific Time Zone Preferred*
Do you thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment and enjoy driving impactful projects? If so, we’d love to hear from you! The People & Places team is dedicated to shaping the employee experience by creating the systems, programs, and spaces that support our global workforce.
We’re looking for a Project Manager to drive cross-functional initiatives that enhance how employees engage with our people processes, workplace systems, and services. In this role, you’ll partner with HR, Workplace Experience, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver programs that not only advance organizational priorities but also create lasting impact for employees worldwide.
The ideal candidate brings clarity to complex projects, balances technical and business requirements, and ensures seamless execution from concept through delivery—all while keeping the employee experience at the heart of every decision.
Work You’ll Do
- Lead cross-functional projects that span HR, workplace operations, and IT, ensuring alignment on goals, scope, and success criteria
- Partner with stakeholders to define project plans, key milestones, timelines, and communications
- Drive cross-functional alignment across multiple teams to manage dependencies, resolve blockers, and drive accountability to progress project completion
- Define and document workflows across the employee ecosystem
- Develop operational execution plans
- Develop and execute change management and communication strategies to support adoption of new systems, processes, and services
- Provide regular program updates, including reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Facilitate alignment meetings, reviews, and agile ceremonies to ensure transparency and momentum
- Drive process evaluation and continuous improvement efforts to streamline delivery and enhance employee experience
- Anticipate and resolve delivery challenges, balancing business needs and technical constraints
- Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, learning, and cross-team problem-solving
What We're Looking For
- At least 6 years of project or program management experience, preferably with exposure to IT, HR, workplace, or employee experience initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders, including technical and non-technical teams
- Strong technical acumen with direct system experience a plus (Service Now, Workday, Greenhouse, Confluence, etc.)
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, MS Project, Teams, Slack).
- Proven ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
- Familiarity with HRIS, workplace, or enterprise tools (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow, space management systems)
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes
What Will Help You Stand Out
- Experience in a fast-paced, global technology or entertainment company
- Experience working across global teams and understanding international business nuances
- Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related discipline; PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications are a plus
*PlayStation offers a global hybrid office/remote working model — Flex Modes — which aims to combine the flexibility of remote working with the magic of in-person collaboration. The model is built upon the principle of working together in-person as work requires, with the freedom to work remotely otherwise.
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In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$137,200 - $205,800 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
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