Jr Project Coordinator-Finance

Location: Charlotte, NC (Onsite / Hybrid)

About the role

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to support key operational initiatives for a premier global financial institution in Charlotte, NC. This role is ideal for an ambitious project professional who excels at keeping cross-functional initiatives on schedule, maintaining detailed project records, tracking action items, and driving clear communication across business and operational teams. Banking or finance experience is a plus. While domain exposure is a plus, our client is primarily looking for a sharp coordinator with exceptional organizational skills, strong follow-through, and comfort engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support project leads with daily coordination, ensuring project timelines, task lists, and action-item logs are actively maintained and updated.
• Maintain centralized project records, prepare meeting agendas, record detailed meeting minutes, and compile regular status updates for departmental leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, manage calendar invitations, prepare presentation materials, and ensure meeting outcomes translate into actionable next steps.
• Proactively follow up with team members and internal stakeholders on open commitments to ensure milestones are met without delay.
• Assist with general departmental coordination to maintain seamless day-to-day execution across project workstreams.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience as a Project Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, Operations Specialist, or in a similar project support role.
• Prior exposure to banking, financial services, or Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity workflows is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook). Familiarity with project tools like SharePoint, Jira, or Asana is helpful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree or coursework in Business Administration, Communications, or related fields is a plus.

Pay

$25.00 – $30.00 / hr W2

Schedule

6 Months+ (Contract to hire)

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans (after waiting period)
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Employment Type: Direct W2 Only (No Corp-to-Corp / C2C, 1099, Third-Party Agencies, or W2 Referrals)