Program Manager

Program Manager (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned change management and program management professional to join our Employee Experience HR team, where the focus is on driving clarity, readiness, and sustained adoption across complex, enterprise-scale initiatives. In this role, you will orchestrate end-to-end change strategies that align stakeholders, shape executive-ready communications, and translate high-level strategy into actionable plans. Your day-to-day will involve reviewing adoption signals and risks, partnering with HR, product, and communications teams to align on timing and messaging, guiding senior leaders with decision-ready insights, and continuously course-correcting based on feedback and metrics. You will leverage agentic AI and Copilot-based tools to scale change execution—generating insights from adoption data, personalizing communications, accelerating content creation, and automating elements of readiness and reinforcement. This is a precision-focused role that emphasizes ensuring the right message reaches the right audience at the right time, while acting as a trusted advisor who integrates strategy, execution, and people impact to drive lasting behavioral change.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end change management strategies including stakeholder analysis, communication and enablement planning, readiness asset development, champion models, and adoption measurement
• Partner closely with HR, product, and communications teams to align on initiative timing, messaging, and deployment readiness
• Support product deployments, testing, pilots, and stakeholder coordination across HR-focused products spanning compensation and rewards, performance and development, and AI-enabled experiences
• Review adoption signals, identify risks, and continuously course-correct change plans based on feedback and metrics
• Advise senior leaders with clear, data-driven recommendations and executive-ready presentations
• Utilize agentic AI and Copilot-based tools to scale change execution, generate insights from adoption data, and automate elements of readiness and reinforcement
• Drive voice-of-customer feedback programs to capture employee and stakeholder sentiment and inform adoption strategies
• Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, operating effectively in ambiguous and fast-moving environments
• Translate complex data and adoption metrics into compelling narratives and actionable insights for diverse audiences

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-scale change management initiatives where adoption, readiness, and sustained behavior change were critical to success
• Experience owning or co-owning end-to-end change management strategies including stakeholder analysis, communication planning, and adoption measurement
• Background supporting technology-related initiatives, ideally within a large, complex technology-focused organization
• PROSCI Certification preferred
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field preferred
• Experience partnering with HR, product, and communications teams on cross-functional deployments and adoption programs
• Track record of driving and sustaining adoption beyond initial launch, with measurable outcomes
• Strong program management skills with the ability to drive clarity, alignment, and execution across cross-functional initiatives
• Fluency in agentic AI and Copilot-based tools with the ability to apply AI to scale change execution and content creation
• Expert-level data analysis skills with the ability to translate complex insights into clear, compelling presentations and communications
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills, including regular presentation to senior leadership
• Experience with structured change management frameworks such as PROSCI or equivalent methodologies
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and AI-enabled productivity platforms
• Ability to influence without authority and operate effectively in ambiguous, cross-functional environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on precision, clarity, and audience alignment

Additional Details:

• Location: Remote
• Duration: 7 months
• Pay Range*: $52 - $59 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This role is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.