Junior Resource Manager

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.