Junior Project Manager
Nexus Consulting
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About the Opportunity
Nexus Consulting's client is developing advanced human data infrastructure to power 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. They are experiencing rapid growth and are actively seeking a Junior Project Manager to contribute to cross-functional product and engineering initiatives.
Role Overview: Junior Project Manager
As a Junior Project Manager, you will be a highly organized and proactive individual responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution across product and engineering teams. This role offers an ideal opportunity for professionals early in their career to gain hands-on exposure to real product development within a dynamic, 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 Management
- Agile Methodology
- Waterfall Methodology
- Jira/Linear/Notion
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Communication
- Task Management
- Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- AI Systems
- Startup Environment
How to Get Hired at Nexus Consulting
- Research Nexus Consulting's vision: Study their client's mission, values, and impact on next-gen AI systems.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume to highlight project coordination, Agile experience, and communication skills for a Junior Project Manager role.
- Showcase project tools: Emphasize your proficiency with Jira, Linear, Notion, or similar project management software.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your proactive mindset, ownership, and ability to thrive in fast-moving environments.
- Demonstrate AI interest: Express genuine interest in AI, SaaS, and the software development lifecycle during your interviews.
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