JOB DETAILS
The Project Coordinator will coordinate all operational aspects of small to medium size client projects within Assessment & Succession or Leadership Development, and will support Project Managers in executing large global client projects. We partner with 98% of the Fortune 100.
Project Coordinators serve as a key resource for keeping project execution on track internally through project planning and monitoring. As primary contacts for fielding client requests, they are also critical to the ability of Korn Ferry (KF) to provide excellent customer service.
Primary Responsibilities
Create and maintain basic project plans.
Support Project Managers on larger engagements.
Ensure that KF is meeting or exceeding agreed upon commitments outlined in signed contracts by managing the project timeline execution, as well as external and internal client expectations.
Coordinate project deliverables including: assessment tools, interactive learning, coaching, consulting and instructor led training.
Be aware of project staffing needs and work with necessary stakeholders to fulfill those needs.
Review and monitor project financials; track project expenses; trigger timely invoice requests.
Compile budget and status reports as needed.
Act as primary point of contact for owned projects to Operations and Revenue Manager for project related activities and inquiries.
Serve as primary point of contact for direct communication with the participants, client, faculty, coaches, and/or third party vendors.
Support delivery of work (manage participants, platforms, instruments, results/output, logistics fulfillment).
Participate in client-facing meetings (drive preparation, agenda, meeting notes).
Coordinate materials production for client-focused meetings.
Back office systems: includes entering project details into SAP and a variety of proprietary business systems.
Delivery systems: enter and monitor key delivery information in proprietary delivery platforms.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Direct experience in project coordination or internship experience in corporate setting – ideally from the following backgrounds but not limited to; Consultancy, HR, Recruitment, Events, PR/Marketing, any Psychology related field.
Worked in a client facing environment and/or experience of managing internal/external stakeholders
High level of professionalism and ability to work with senior level executives.
Must be able to work with little supervision, be detail-oriented, flexible in terms of hours / responsibilities as work requires, and able to organize multiple priorities and work deadlines
Aptitude for financial and mathematical concepts
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint with the ability to learn challenging internal software programs.
COMPANY DETAILS
Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.
Our 7,500 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core solutions.
Organizational Strategy
Assessment and Succession
Talent Acquisition
Leadership Development
Rewards and Benefits