Assistant Project Manager

Imperial Enterprise; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sector-leading salary

43 days’ annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working policy

On-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Imperial College London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for the Research Impact Management Office (RIMO) in London. The role focuses on day-to-day management, supporting a portfolio of EU-funded projects, and contributing to proposals and tenders with funding bodies.

You will work with Imperial PIs, manage project finances, plan events, and help develop new opportunities. The post is a full-time, fixed-term contract at White City campus (hybrid), with a sector-leading salary and generous

Qualifications

• Experience of project management support thereby ensuring delivery according to schedule, budgetary and specification requirements;
• Experience in research day-to-day finances including managing budgets and resources, reporting and procurement;
• Organising, managing and coordinating project activities, such as meetings and events;
• Practical experience in supporting grant proposals, particularly in the landscape of the EU framework;
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines by being self-directed whilst working collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day management support for our portfolio of projects and maintaining accurate records of outputs.
• Lead the organisation and planning of all project related events, including facilities, catering, accommodation and travel.
• Work closely with the Project Managers to maintain and monitor project budgets and ensure efficient communication on financial matters with project partners.
• Work closely will Imperial PIs and consortia in supporting the development and submission of new proposals.
• Support the team in identifying new opportunities for RIMO.

Skills

Project management support

Budget management

Proposal support

Event coordination

Multi-priority planning

Job description

The main aim of the Assistant Project Manager within the Research Impact Management Office (RIMO) is to provide day-to-day management, support of the RIMO portfolio of projects and any new opportunities, and to contribute to the development of proposals and commercial tenders with relevant funding bodies.

You will have practical experience in the support of project management services, submission of proposals, project delivery and reports to funder, particularly in the landscape of the EU framework.

The RIMO office is an integral part of Imperial's Enterprise Department. RIMO provides bespoke project management, communications management and innovation management services to support the award and delivery of funded programmes and projects. The work of RIMO directly underpins Imperial's mission, thereby supporting the development of new or enhanced research, education and/or translation capabilities across all faculties of the university and on behalf of Imperial's academic community. With a large portfolio of European Union (EU)-funded projects, RIMO has a specific focus on managing high-profile international projects funded by various grants and programmes.

You will have the opportunity to be part of a team that manages high-profile international projects and be an integral participant in RIMO's services. Your excellent administrative, financial, and project management skills will thrive in the RIMO team as you collaborate with and support leading researchers and academics from Imperial and around the world.

What you would be doing

Working closely with the Project Managers and the wider RIMO team, the post holder will:

• Provide day-to-day management support for our portfolio of projects and maintaining accurate records of outputs.
• Lead the organisation and planning of all project related events, including facilities, catering, accommodation and travel.
• Work closely with the Project Managers to maintain and monitor project budgets and ensure efficient communication on financial matters with project partners.
• Work closely will Imperial PIs and consortia in supporting the development and submission of new proposals.
• Support the team in identifying new opportunities for RIMO.

What we are looking for

• Experience of project management support thereby ensuring delivery according to schedule, budgetary and specification requirements;
• Experience in research day-to-day finances including managing budgets and resources, reporting and procurement;
• Organising, managing and coordinating project activities, such as meetings and events;
• Practical experience in supporting grant proposals, particularly in the landscape of the EU framework;
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines by being self-directed whilst working collaboratively.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is a full time, fixed term contract for 12 months, based at White City campus (hybrid).

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Marta Archanco [e-mail]

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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