Graduate Project Manager

GRAYCE; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Graduate Project Manager through their Graduate Development Programme in Manchester. This role offers a competitive salary starting at £25,000 and the opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications while working on-site with prestigious clients. Ideal candidates are proactive problem solvers with strong communication skills and a 2:1 degree. Join a community that values collaboration and personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Fully funded qualifications

Mentors and Coaches

Wellness Support

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 in any undergraduate subject.
• Ability to work on site 5 days a week.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning, execution, and monitoring of projects.
• Assists in task delegation, resource management, and stakeholder communication.
• Establishes and maintains project management standards.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Planning

Organisation

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Education

2:1 Undergraduate Degree

Job description

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Base pay range

Job Position: Graduate Project Manager – via the Grayce Graduate Development Programme

Location: Manchester / North West

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 2:1 or above in any undergraduate subject.
• Ability to work on site 5 days a week.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship for the duration of the programme.

Are you a curious, adaptable, and proactive problem solver with strong communication skills and a drive to make an impact? At Grayce, we’re looking for ambitious graduates who are eager to learn, take ownership, and build meaningful relationships while delivering excellence. If you’re resourceful, resilient, and passionate about driving change, join us and be part of a community that cares, collaborates, and thrives together.

Understanding the roles available to a Business Graduate:

Business Analyst (BA): Responsible for investigating and analysing business needs, identifying improvement opportunities, defining requirements, and ensuring solutions align with business objectives. BAs consider people, processes, technology, and organisational structure to deliver value while minimising risks.

Project Manager (PM): Supports planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to ensure timely delivery within budget. Assists in task delegation, resource management, risk mitigation, stakeholder communication, and process improvement during the project lifecycle.

Project Management Officer (PMO): Establishes and maintains project management standards, oversees governance, methodology, planning, stakeholder engagement, benefits tracking, and risk management, providing performance insights to senior management.

Product Manager: Orchestrates product development, launch, and ongoing success. Defines product vision, creates roadmaps, prioritises features based on customer needs and business goals, ensuring quality and stakeholder resonance.

Why Grayce?

We specialise in driving change and transformation for ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to develop high-performing talent in the UK and beyond.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch your career. Gain hands-on experience, industry-accredited qualifications, and work full-time on-site with prestigious FTSE organisations.

Delivery: Work for one client, delivering high-quality outcomes. Key skills include curiosity, proactivity, adaptability, effective communication, and problem-solving.

Mentoring: Guided by experienced Delivery Managers and Technical Trainers who support your development.

Progression: Start as an Analyst with potential for salary growth and complete at least 6 industry-recognised qualifications during the programme.

What makes a great Grayce Analyst?

• 2:1 Undergraduate Degree: Open to all undergraduate backgrounds.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Ability to identify patterns and think creatively, with strong critical thinking skills.
• Soft Skills: Effective communication, planning, organisation, stakeholder and time management, demonstrated through examples in the interview process.

Why work for us?

• Competitive Salary: Starting at £25,000 with potential for growth.
• Industry Recognition: Fully funded, industry-recognised qualifications to support your career.
• Mentors and Coaches: Access to a network dedicated to your development.
• Wellness Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.

Note: Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and cannot sponsor work visas for international applicants.