Graduate Project Manager (11382)

Reply; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Reply is seeking a Graduate Project Manager in Manchester to support delivery of modern workplace, AI and cloud projects. You will coordinate plans, track progress and maintain documentation while learning governance, agile and waterfall delivery and digital transformation best practices.

You will work with project managers, consultants and technical specialists to deliver Microsoft 365, Power Platform and cloud-based solutions, developing stakeholder communication and organization skills over

Qualifications

• 2:1 IT degree or related discipline.
• Placement year, internship or relevant work experience.
• Strong influencing, problem-solving and emerging leadership skills.
• Clear, professional communication in English (written & spoken).

Responsibilities

• Support project managers with day-to-day coordination, including maintaining project plans, action logs, RAID logs and status reports.
• Assist in organising governance meetings, preparing materials and capturing minutes and decisions.
• Contribute to delivery of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot, AI-enabled and cloud solutions alongside consultants and specialists.
• Track timelines, budgets, resources and dependencies, escalate risks to keep delivery on track.
• Work with clients and internal teams to capture requirements and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain high-quality project documentation and ensure processes and standards are followed.
• Build knowledge of agile and waterfall delivery and digital transformation practices to increase contribution.
• Develop positive working relationships with team members and stakeholders by being organised, reliable, and eager to learn.

Skills

Influencing

Problem-solving

Leadership potential

Communication

Education

2:1 IT degree

Placement year

Tools

Microsoft 365

Power Platform

Copilot

Cloud technologies

Job description

Graduate Project Manager

About Reply: Reply specialises in designing and implementing solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. Structured as a network of highly specialised companies, Reply supports leading European industrial groups in sectors such as Telco & Media, Industry and Services, Banking and Insurance, and Public Administration, helping define and develop business models enabled by new paradigms such as AI, Cloud Computing, Digital Media, and the Internet of Things. Reply's services include Consulting, System Integration, and Digital Services.

Role Overview:

This Graduate Project Manager role focuses on supporting the delivery of modern workplace, AI, automation and cloud-based projects. You will work closely with project managers and technical teams to coordinate plans, track progress, maintain documentation and keep stakeholders informed. The position is ideal for someone organised, people-focused and curious about how Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot and cloud technologies are applied in real client engagements. Over time, you will build practical experience in project governance, agile and waterfall delivery, and digital transformation best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Support project managers with day-to-day coordination, including maintaining project plans, action logs, RAID logs and status reports.
• Assist in organising and following up on governance meetings, preparing materials and capturing minutes and decisions.
• Contribute to the delivery of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot, AI-enabled and cloud-based solutions, working alongside consultants, developers and technical specialists.
• Track timelines, budgets, resources and dependencies, escalating risks and issues early to keep delivery on track.
• Work with clients and internal teams to capture requirements, clarify actions and ensure clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain high-quality project documentation and help ensure agreed processes and standards are followed.
• Build knowledge of delivery methodologies (agile and waterfall), digital transformation practices and modern workplace technologies to increase your contribution over time.
• Develop positive working relationships with team members, clients and stakeholders by being organised, reliable, communicative and eager to learn.

About the Candidate:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in an IT, business or related discipline.
• Genuinely passionate about technology and enjoys working with people in a collaborative environment.
• Has completed a placement year, internship or relevant work experience that demonstrates exposure to professional settings.
• Brings strong influencing, problem-solving and emerging leadership skills, with the confidence to engage stakeholders.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, with excellent written and spoken English.
• Highly organised, proactive and curious, with a willingness to learn about Microsoft 365, Power Platform, AI and cloud technologies.
• Comfortable taking ownership of tasks, following through on commitments and contributing to team delivery.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer and committed to embracing diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law.

Reply is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, please let us know of any Reasonable Adjustments you may need.