Project Manager - Operations & Business Growth
Astria Learning
Job description
About the role
Astria Learning is looking for a collaborative, organised and growth-oriented Project Manager to sit at the heart of its local operations. The role connects on-the-ground clients and stakeholders with international remote teams, keeps projects on track and strengthens relationships while driving business opportunities forward. It is a high-ownership position that rewards initiative, clear communication and a genuine interest in how things work.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations and drive efficient execution of business initiatives.
- Plan, coordinate and manage multiple projects end-to-end, monitoring timelines, deliverables, KPIs and performance, and surfacing risks early.
- Identify operational challenges and implement practical, lasting solutions, and continuously improve internal processes and workflows.
- Identify new business opportunities, build relationships with prospective clients, partners and local organisations, conduct market research and collaborate with leadership on local growth strategies.
- Act as the main point of contact for local clients, partners and stakeholders, coordinating meetings, presentations, negotiations and follow-ups, and translating client needs into clear requirements for internal teams.
- Work closely with international remote teams across Operations, IT, HR, Finance, Marketing and Customer Support, bridging local needs with remote execution and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
- Track and report operational and business-development KPIs, prepare regular progress reports for senior leadership and propose corrective actions on identified risks.
Required profile
- 3+ years of experience in project management, operations, business development or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, operational workflows and stakeholder relationships at once.
- Experience working with both local clients and international or remote teams.
- Solid understanding of business development principles and growth strategies.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills; fluency in English, written and spoken.
- Strong organisational skills and comfort managing competing priorities with minimal supervision.
Required skills
- Hands-on experience with CRM platforms and project management tools such as HubSpot, Salesforce, Jira, Asana or Monday.com.
- Nice to have: background in education, EdTech, technology or service-based industries; experience managing operations across multiple countries or regions; an established local professional network; track record supporting market expansion and strategic partnerships.
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