Junior Project Manager

Found Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Dedicated time for learning

Funding for certifications

Annual bonus and enhanced benefits

Defined progression pathway to Project Manager

Job summary

A growing technology organization in Manchester is looking for a Junior Project Manager to oversee project delivery and coordinate with various teams. You will facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage documentation, and develop your career towards Project Manager. Key qualifications include experience in a technology role, working with cross-functional teams, and familiarity with tools like Jira and Confluence. The organization promotes learning with dedicated development time and funding for certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a technology environment is essential.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and working with teams is needed.
• Strong skills in reporting and communication are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of small-to-mid sized projects.
• Coordinate activities across various teams including Engineering and Marketing.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies like stand-ups and retrospectives.

Skills

Experience in a Junior PM, PMO, or Delivery role

Proven experience with cross-functional teams

Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies

Strong organisational skills

Proactive and autonomous working style

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Planner

Job description

Are you a Junior Project Manager ready to take ownership of delivery, manage stakeholders, and work closely with both technical and creative teams in a fast-paced change environment?

Found Talent are recruiting a Junior Project Manager to join a growing technology organisation based in Manchester. You’ll support delivery across technology and business change, working with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Marketing, and UX, with a clear pathway to Project Manager.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of small-to-mid sized projects and workstreams
• Coordinate activities across multifunctional teams including Technology, Marketing, and UX
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as stand‑ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and progress updates
• Manage stakeholders, timelines, and delivery risks
• Support delivery governance and contribute to continuous improvement

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a Junior PM, PMO, or Delivery role within a technology environment
• Proven experience working with cross‑functional teams, including Marketing and UX
• Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies, including sprints and stand‑ups
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Planner, or other Microsoft products
• Strong organisational, reporting, and communication skills
• Proactive, able to work autonomously, and confident taking ownership of delivery

What’s on offer

• Collaborative environment with strong development opportunities
• Dedicated time for learning and professional development
• Funding for certifications
• Annual bonus and enhanced benefits
• Defined progression pathway to Project Manager