Learning and Development Manager

Location: Remote - Thousand Oaks, CA (Part-Time/ PST preferred) Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Contract, W2 only, no C2C) Compensation: $65–$72 per hour (based on experience) Summary of the Role Support a critical integration initiative within a global biotech organization by leading the Learning & Development workstream during a post-acquisition transition. This role is responsible for coordinating execution, tracking deliverables, and ensuring training readiness across multiple teams. The Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain timelines, manage risks, and ensure smooth transition into business-as-usual operations in a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day coordination for the Learning & Development integration workstream Maintain detailed project plans and execution tracking in Smartsheet Drive accountability across cross-functional teams Identify, track, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies Prepare weekly status reports for integration leadership Maintain RAID logs, action logs, and meeting documentation Track readiness milestones and ensure Day 1 deliverables are met Prepare Day 30 and Day 90 integration status summaries Facilitate transition from integration phase to steady-state operations Ensure alignment with project management and compliance standards Qualifications Project management experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments Strong proficiency with Smartsheet and Microsoft Office Suite Experience managing medium to large scale projects Strong risk management and dependency tracking experience Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Familiarity with project management methodologies and best practices Experience working in cross-functional enterprise environments Experience with integration, transformation, or change initiatives preferred Knowledge of compliance, audit, or training processes preferred Top 3 Must Have Skills Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment Advanced proficiency in Smartsheet Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend project meetings and PMO meetings Update project plans and execution trackers Follow up with stakeholders on deliverables Maintain project status reports and documentation Monitor timelines, risks, and dependencies Communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders Support integration readiness activities Ensure accurate tracking of workstream tasks Apply Now Ready to support critical business initiatives for a global biotech organization? Apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr