About this role
Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.
The Junior Resource Manager supports the effective allocation, utilization, and planning of resources across projects. This role works closely with project managers, team leads, and leadership to ensure the right people are assigned to the right work at the right time, while maintaining healthy utilization and delivery standards.
It’s a great role for someone analytical, organized, and comfortable working across teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support day-to-day resource planning and allocation across projects
Track resource utilization, availability, and capacity using internal tools and reports
Assist in resolving resourcing conflicts (over/under-utilization) in coordination with senior stakeholders
Maintain accurate and up-to-date resource schedules and trackers
Support project onboarding by ensuring resources are correctly assigned and briefed
Liaise with Project Managers to understand upcoming needs, timelines, and skill requirements
Assist in preparing weekly/monthly utilization and capacity reports
Flag risks related to resourcing gaps, burnout, or delivery impact
Support ad-hoc analysis related to staffing, forecasting, and workforce planning
Ensure resourcing processes and data are aligned with internal policies and systems
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Other facts
About Edelman
Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead, act with certainty and earn the lasting trust of their stakeholders.
We develop powerful ideas and tell magnetic stories that move at the speed of news, make an immediate impact, transform culture and spark movements.
Since our founding in 1952 by Dan Edelman, we have remained an independent, family-run company. We use our profits to strengthen our business, provide our employees with opportunities to grow, advance our industry, and serve as a responsible citizen of the world. Every day, we strive to live and work by a long-held set of core values: the pursuit of excellence, the freedom to be curious, the courage to do the right thing, and a commitment to improving society.
Edelman is an equal opportunity employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
What you'll do
- The Junior Resource Manager supports the effective allocation and planning of resources across projects, ensuring the right people are assigned to the right work. This role involves tracking resource utilization and resolving conflicts in coordination with senior stakeholders.
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