Consultancy Project Manager

Gray & Associates Recruitment Services; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Consultancy Project Manager to join our growing team. Partially remote, must be available for one day a week in the Central London office. In this role, you will take responsibility for the successful development and delivery of a diverse range of consultancy projects, some of which are multi-year and involve international partnerships. These projects span multiple sectors, from academic consultancy to expert witness services and bespoke training programs, with a focus on delivering tangible, high-impact results across both the public and private sectors.

You will have the opportunity to lead and manage projects that tackle a variety of complex issues, including but not limited to international development, public policy, cutting-edge research, and industry-specific solutions. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping solutions that make a difference both locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary consultancy projects, overseeing all stages from scoping and planning to execution and delivery.
2. Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with a variety of external clients, partners, and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and project success.
4. Supervise and mentor project coordinators, supporting their professional growth and ensuring high performance across project teams.
5. Manage and mitigate project risks, developing and implementing strategies for risk prevention and problem-solving.
6. Ensure comprehensive project documentation is maintained, including schedules, budgets, progress reports, and other key management tools.
7. Be responsible for contract, financial, and performance management throughout the life cycle of projects.
8. Collaborate with various teams to support the preparation of tenders, pricing proposals, and contractor selection processes.
9. Foster a collaborative and high-performance environment, supporting colleagues in achieving corporate and project goals.

Ideal Candidate:

1. A degree-level qualification and a recognized project management certification.
2. Extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary projects, with a strong track record of successful delivery across a variety of sectors.
3. Experience working on both domestic and international projects, with a focus on consultancy in complex environments.
4. Strong risk management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences, including non-specialists.
6. Exceptional numeracy skills and the ability to manage project budgets and financial reports with high accuracy.
7. Experience using Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, for managing data, budgets, and reporting.
8. Previous experience working with public sector clients, particularly within the fields of education, government, or international development, is highly desirable.

What's on offer:

1. Contributory pension scheme and performance-related pay.
2. Generous holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements (home/office balance).
3. The opportunity to work on high-profile, impactful projects that deliver significant value to both national and international clients.
4. A collaborative and supportive environment focused on professional development.

If you are passionate about managing complex consultancy projects and making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.