assistant-corporate-project-manager

pertemps-harrow-council; Harrow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Harrow is seeking a motivated Assistant Corporate Project Manager to support delivery of corporate projects and transformation programmes across the council. You will work closely with senior project managers and stakeholders to coordinate activities, monitor progress, manage documentation, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.

The role requires strong organisational and administration skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and excellent

Qualifications

• Experience in project support, coordination or assistant project management.
• Strong organisational and admin skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience in local authority/public sector is desirable.
• PRINCE2/APM qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of corporate projects and programmes.
• Maintain project plans, action logs, risk registers, and performance reports.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and communications across departments.
• Organise and support project meetings, workshops, and governance boards.
• Track project milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing papers for senior managers.
• Monitor project risks and issues, escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and transformation initiatives.

Skills

Project coordination

Administration

Communication

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder management

Education

PRINCE2

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role Title: Assistant Corporate Project Manager

Location : Hybrid Working - London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT

Working Pattern : Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office

Pay Rate : £19.62 per hour PAYE | £25.56 per hour Umbrella

Contract Type : Temporary/Contract

Assistant Corporate Project Manager

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a motivated and organised Assistant Corporate Project Manager to join its dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a project professional looking to develop their experience while supporting the delivery of key corporate projects and transformation programmes across the council. Working closely with senior project managers and stakeholders, you will play a vital role in coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, managing project documentation, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of corporate projects and programmes.
• Maintain project plans, action logs, risk registers, and performance reports.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and communications across departments.
• Organise and support project meetings, workshops, and governance boards.
• Track project milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing papers for senior managers.
• Monitor project risks and issues, escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organisational transformation initiatives.

About You:

• Previous experience in a project support, project coordination, or assistant project management role.
• Strong organisational and administration skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience working within a local authority, public sector, or corporate environment is desirable.
• A recognised project management qualification or working towards one (e.g., PRINCE2, APM) would be advantageous.
• Please be aware that the personal information provided may be shared with Cifas to prevent fraud and unlawful conduct. If misconduct is identified, this may impact employment eligibility. Your personal details will also be used for identity verification purposes. For more details about data handling and your rights, please visit www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.
• Experience of delivering complex projects and managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

Harrow Council is one of London's most diverse boroughs, ranked 12th largest in the city. Located just 10 miles from central London, Harrow offers excellent transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, and national rail, providing easy access to the M1, M25, and A406.

Please be aware that the personal information provided may be shared with Cifas to prevent fraud and unlawful conduct. If misconduct is identified, this may impact employment eligibility. Your personal details will also be used for identity verification purposes. For more details about data handling and your rights, please visit www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.