IT Project Manager

Winn Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday holiday

Flexible working hours

Funded learning initiatives

SQE Apprenticeships

Training Contracts

Well-being support

Social and charitable events

Job summary

Winn Group in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead IT and Change initiatives across the business. You will partner with stakeholders to deliver projects from inception to delivery, driving innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement.

This full-time role is based on a 35-hour week, office-based in Byker. The successful candidate will manage plans, budgets, risks and communications to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple IT projects concurrently.
• Strong ability to plan, document and track project progress.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage resources in a collaborative team.
• Experience working toward project KPIs and delivery targets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building.
• IT-literate with understanding of technology-driven projects.
• Systematic and thorough approach to project management.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT and Change projects across the Winn Group, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Create, maintain and execute detailed project plans, monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Produce and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the IT and Change Department to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, costs and billing requirements.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of execution.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, implementing appropriate contingency plans where required.
• Monitor and report on project performance, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project implementations, including occasional out-of-hours work where necessary.

Skills

Proven experience managing multiple IT

Project planning and documentation

Resource planning in team environments

Experience with KPIs and delivery

Analytical, problem-solving & comms

Stakeholder management

IT literate with tech projects

Systematic project management

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Salary: Up to £40,000 (based on 35 hours)

Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at Winn Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services?

We are looking for an experienced and driven IT Project Manager to join our IT and Change Department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering strategic IT and business change initiatives across Winn Group.

Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will lead multiple projects from inception through to successful delivery, helping to drive innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

This role is full time based on 35 hours per week. We are also fully office based in Byker, Newcastle.

Why Join Us?

At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. As the parent company of Winn Solicitors, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law.

We prioritise your well-being and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, and well-being, and fosters your growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT and Change projects across the Winn Group, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Create, maintain and execute detailed project plans, monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Produce and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the IT and Change Department to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, costs and billing requirements.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of execution.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, implementing appropriate contingency plans where required.
• Monitor and report on project performance, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project implementations, including occasional out-of-hours work where necessary.

What We Offer

At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.

Competitive Salary : Up to £40,000 depending on experience

Generous Holiday Package & Work-Life Balance : 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility). Flexible working hours.

Employee Development : Funded learning initiatives, SQE Apprenticeships, and Training Contracts (subject to application).

Supporting sustainable practices and community initiatives.

Well Being Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.

Social and Charitable Events: Throughout the year, we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night. Each year, we support a local charity and host numerous fundraising events to raise money for a good cause.

About You

To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can make a difference to our team and business.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong project planning, organisation and documentation skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage resources effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience working towards project KPIs and delivery targets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building ability.
• IT literate with a strong understanding of technology-driven projects.
• Systematic and thorough approach to project management.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Winn Solicitors is one of the country’s leading claims management companies taking care of no win no fee accident claims from start to finish.

What our Staff Say

“ There's never a boring day at work, there’s always something new to learn, work on, and grow within this ever-evolving firm!

The management truly makes you feel heard and ensures you’re provided with all the resources needed to perform at your best, encouraging both personal and mutual growth.