Assistant Project Manager

Government Recruitment Service; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Liverpool. The role involves managing project tools, supporting stakeholder engagement, and performing data management tasks. Ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a desire to develop project management expertise. Experience with Power BI and SharePoint is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience in managing timelines and tracking metrics.
• Ability to engage professionally with clients and senior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support management in developing operational objectives.
• Perform daily data management tasks and update databases.
• Communicate regularly with Business Operations to monitor performance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is the public sector’s property valuation expert and adviser, with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. Our work is vital to collecting over £60 billion in revenue, which benefits communities and citizens across England and Wales.

We value professionalism, integrity, respect, and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages colleagues to contribute, grow, and excel. We support our colleagues' development and growth, empowering them to succeed throughout their careers.

Assistant Project Manager – Role Overview

This role offers a dynamic opportunity to support a significant national programme, helping shape solutions for a key public sector client. It is an ideal entry point into project delivery, offering hands-on experience in managing timelines, tracking key metrics, and maintaining Power BI reports. In this fast-paced environment, your organizational skills and attention to detail will be highly valued, providing a rewarding chance to develop project management expertise and influence meaningful outcomes.

You will support project delivery and ensure the smooth operation of project tools, systems, and records. You will also assist in other project management areas. The position is suitable for someone with excellent organizational skills who can work independently to meet deadlines and engage professionally with clients and senior colleagues.

You will collaborate across teams to support stakeholder engagement, daily operations, and project activities. With exposure to a broad range of stakeholders, this role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your project delivery skills.

Assistant Project Manager – Key responsibilities

• Support management in developing and delivering operational objectives.
• Perform daily and weekly data management tasks, including updating databases, generating reports, and maintaining governance logs.
• Update and maintain the project SharePoint page, templates, and key documents.
• Communicate regularly with Business Operations to monitor project performance.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and communications.
• Ensure equipment is issued and accounted for across the project.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve project goals and adapt to project needs.
• Provide logistical and secretariat support for meetings, ensuring effective governance and detailed records of decisions.
• Willingness to attend inspections to observe and learn the Net Capacity Assessment (NCA) methodology.