Merkle, a dentsu company, is looking for an Associate Project Manager to join Amplifi North America. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting initiatives for advertising technology, data, and measurement. You will help manage cross-functional projects that power advertising platforms, data pipelines, and analytics solutions.

What You'll Do

Support end-to-end project execution for ad tech, data, and measurement initiatives—from intake through delivery.
Maintain project plans, timelines, dependencies, and risks across multiple workstreams.
Coordinate with engineering, data, analytics, and product teams to keep everyone aligned on scope and priorities.
Facilitate project rituals such as standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
Create and manage JIRA tickets, epics, and boards to track progress and provide visibility.
Document workflows, requirements, and learnings to support scalability and knowledge sharing.
Communicate clearly with stakeholders and escalate risks or blockers promptly.

What We're Looking For

2–3 years of experience in project management (internship or professional).
A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, information systems, technology, or equivalent experience.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Familiarity with JIRA or similar project management tools.
Basic understanding of digital advertising, data, or analytics concepts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Stack

JIRA

Team & Environment

You’ll be part of an inclusive, collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning. You are encouraged to bring your ideas, curiosity, and passion for technology and data.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation: $51,000-$83,375
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in New York.

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.