French-Speaking Global Projects Manager

French Selection; Crawley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

French Selection is seeking a French-speaking International Project Manager for the Crawley area. You will manage international projects from enquiry to delivery, coordinating clients, suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires fluent French and English, strong contract management experience, and a solid background in international trade. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities in cross-border finance coordination.

Qualifications

• Fluent French and English with excellent communication skills.
• Solid experience in project or contract management.
• Background in international trade, commodities, procurement or a similar commercial environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of international trading processes.
• Good financial understanding, including ability to interpret P&L statements and balance sheets.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping, payment terms and logistics.
• Experience dealing with international customers, suppliers and multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of export finance, UK Export Finance (UKEF) and ECAs would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage international projects and contracts from enquiry through to delivery and completion.
• Coordinate customers, suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring contractual obligations and deadlines are met.
• Liaise with international clients, banks and ECAs, supporting export finance applications.
• Oversee procurement, supplier engagement, quotations and order placement.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, cash flow and payment milestones.
• Coordinate manufacturing, inspections, shipping, logistics and delivery.
• Review commercial contracts and technical specifications.
• Identify project risks, manage delays and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare project updates and maintain strong relationships with international stakeholders.
• Support and coordinate project management consultants, with potential for wider team management responsibilities.

Skills

French fluency

English fluency

Project management

International trade

Budget monitoring

Stakeholder management

Job description

French Selection is seeking a French-speaking International Project Manager for the Crawley area. You will manage international projects from enquiry to delivery, coordinating clients, suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires fluent French and English, strong contract management experience, and a solid background in international trade. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities in cross-border finance coordination.