Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST; 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time.
Salary Range: Based on experience, to be discussed during the interview
About Pearl Talent: Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we’re building for: Watch here
Why Work with Us? We’re not just another recruiting firm—we focus on placing candidates with exceptional US and EU founders who prioritize the long-term success of their team members. We also provide retention bonuses at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, as well as community-driven benefits like an annual retreat.
About the Partner Company: They help growing companies build founder-led content engines that fuel business growth. In less than a year, they've partnered with over 120 executives, launching thought leadership programs that have generated over $1M in attributed revenue.
Role Overview: The Project Manager will drive operational excellence across our content production pipeline, ensuring the efficient delivery of high-quality content to our clients. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, a strong eye for process optimization, and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple stakeholders. You’ll work closely with Content Leads and writers to streamline workflows and uphold consistent delivery standards.
Onboarding Timeline (First 30 Days): Weeks 1–2: Shadow existing PMs, train on Notion, tools, and observe real client workflows. Weeks 3–4: Co-manage accounts under supervision; begin handoff of responsibilities. Exposure to both AM-heavy and PM-heavy shifts to ensure coverage across time zones.
Requirements
3+ years of project management experience, ideally within a content or creative agency
Advanced proficiency in project management tools such as Notion, Asana, or ClickUp
Hands-on experience with AI tools and automations to streamline workflows
Proven ability to implement and optimize operational systems
Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Strong understanding of content production processes (editorial, design, video, or marketing)
Familiarity with tools like Slack integrations, Zapier, Airtable, or Figma
Experience scaling internal processes for fast-growing teams
Background in creative or media production workflows
Prior experience training or mentoring junior team members
Comfortable working across multiple time zones and with global teams