Assistant Project Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Runcorn is seeking an experienced Project and Programme Manager to lead multiple business change projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, a solid understanding of project management methodologies, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £30,000 and various employee perks, including a health cash plan and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Flexible pay management app

High street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Fully funded training programmes

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience successfully delivering business change projects.
• Strong understanding of the risks in both business change and IT development lifecycles.
• Proficiency in structured project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple business change projects and programmes.
• Establish structured project environments and documentation.
• Develop project charters and maintain project plans.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Planning

Education

PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Project and Programme Manager
Location: Runcorn
Salary: u=Up to £30,000
Working Pattern: Full-time, Fixed Term (9 to 12 months)

About Us:

PHOENIX Medical Supplies is a trusted leader in delivering high-quality, business-relevant solutions to the UK healthcare industry. With a focus on integrity, efficiency, and customer excellence, we manage complex change across the organisation through structured, scalable, and well-governed project management practices. Our Programme Management Office (PMO) supports transformation and strategic delivery across our UK operations, and we are looking for a Project and Programme Manager to join the team and make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple business change projects and programmes following the PHOENIX UK Project Management Methodology.

• Establish structured project environments, chair boards and workshops, and ensure timely documentation.

• Develop project charters outlining objectives, scope, risks, governance, and delivery approaches.

• Build and maintain project and programme plans, manage risks, and oversee RAIDD logs.

• Implement change controls and quality assurance processes to manage scope and deliverables effectively.

• Engage stakeholders at all levels, support capability building, and contribute to the development of PMO tools and methods.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience successfully delivering business change projects.

• Strong understanding of the risks in both business change and IT development lifecycles.

• Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Proficiency in structured project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, MS Office).

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability within governance structures.

• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification required.

What We Offer:

• 25 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

• Medicash – a health cash plan to support everyday healthcare costs (e.g. eyecare, prescriptions)

• iTrent Financial Wellbeing – an app to help manage and access your pay flexibly

• High street discounts and offers

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Contributory Pension Scheme

• Fully funded accredited training programmes through the Apprenticeship Scheme

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