Junior Project Manager
Keystone Recruitment
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About the Junior Project Manager Opportunity at Keystone Recruitment
Our client is revolutionizing AI with advanced human data infrastructure, powering next-generation AI systems. Their platform enables leading AI labs and enterprises to source, evaluate, and deploy expert talent into AI training workflows at scale. As they experience rapid growth, Keystone Recruitment is seeking a Junior Project Manager to bolster cross-functional product and engineering initiatives.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Junior Project Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution across product and engineering teams. This role offers an ideal entry point for individuals early in their careers, providing hands-on exposure to real product development within a fast-paced startup environment. You will work closely with Product Managers, Engineers, Designers, and Operations teams, ensuring projects are well-scoped, clearly tracked, and delivered efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Support project planning and execution across product and engineering teams.
- Break down requirements into actionable tasks and maintain sprint boards and backlogs.
- Track deadlines and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
- Document project decisions, updates, and action items.
- Identify blockers early and escalate appropriately.
- Coordinate meetings, stand-ups, and sprint ceremonies.
- Maintain project dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility.
- Help ensure alignment between product, design, and engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
- 0–2 years of experience in project coordination, operations, or related roles.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Comfort operating in fast-moving environments.
- Proactive mindset with strong ownership mentality.
- Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Experience with tools such as Jira, Linear, Notion, monday.com, or Slack.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a startup, product, or engineering environment.
- Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Interest in AI, SaaS, or technology products.
Key Skills/Competency
- Project Coordination
- Agile Methodology
- Scrum Ceremonies
- Task Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Jira/Linear/Notion
- Software Development Lifecycle
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
How to Get Hired at Keystone Recruitment
- Research Keystone Recruitment's client: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight project coordination, Agile experience, and AI/SaaS interest for Junior Project Manager roles.
- Showcase organizational skills: Provide specific examples of managing tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders during interviews.
- Master project management tools: Demonstrate proficiency with Jira, Notion, or Slack to handle complex workflows.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Focus on adaptability, proactivity, and communication in fast-paced startup environments.
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