Program Manager – Transformation

Safeguard Global

. Own complex, business-critical projects and drive them through to delivery .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Argentina, South Africa, ColombiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex, business-critical projects with a focus on M&A integration, change management, and operational transformation. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with executive stakeholders, and adapt strategies for diverse audiences.

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Project Management CapabilityM&A Integration ExperienceChange Management SkillsSmartsheet ProficiencyExecutive-Level Communication

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementChange ManagementProcess ImprovementM&A IntegrationAnalytical ThinkingBudget ManagementRisk IdentificationDecision MakingExcel ProficiencyMultilingual Experience

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementProblem SolvingTenacityPragmatismSolutions-Focused Approach

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetExcel

Industry Keywords

Operational TransformationWorkforce TransitionsComplianceCross-Functional TeamsInternational Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own complex, business-critical projects and drive them through to delivery
Lead M&A integration, workforce transitions, compliance, change management, process improvement and operational transformation initiatives
Define success and build plans to turn ambiguity into action
Lead cross-functional and multi-country teams through influence
Identify risks, solve problems, make decisions and remove roadblocks
Drive local market transition projects with Client Care, Legal and HR Services
Adapt change approaches for different audiences and stakeholders
Manage budgets, project plans, documentation and reporting using Smartsheet and Excel
Communicate project updates and outcomes to executive stakeholders
Challenge decisions, timelines or scope when they may compromise outcomes, workers or compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Track record of delivering complex, business-critical projects, ideally across transformation, M&A integration, workforce or entity transitions, change management, process improvement or operational change
Ability to step into new challenges and get up to speed quickly
Experience working across different functions, particularly Client, HR and Legal teams
Exceptional stakeholder and change management skills
Decisive mindset and ability to make decisions with incomplete information
Tenacious, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
Strong commercial and analytical thinking
Strong project management capability
Experience with Smartsheet
Confident Excel skills across formulas, reporting and dashboards
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment
Experience working internationally and across cultures
Multilingual experience advantageous
Excellent executive-level communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way)
Paid bonding leave
2 Charitable Days
Reward & Recognition Program
Corporate bonus/SIP: annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan
Access to 2 learning platforms for continuous growth