Junior Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a self-motivated Project Coordinator to act as a vital link between delivery teams and clients. This role focuses on managing data management and business intelligence projects while ensuring clear communication and relationship building. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, excellent organizational skills, and experience in project management tools. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will drive project success and client satisfaction, all while expanding your knowledge in technology and analytics.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant fields is preferred.
• 6-12 months experience in Project Admin/Co-Ordinator role is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resources and vendors for seamless project execution.
• Foster relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project documentation and apply change management processes.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Project management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Technical foundation in database development

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Curiosity about technology

Written and verbal communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Marketing

Degree in Business

Tools

Jira

Zoho Sprints

Microsoft DevOps

Job description

The Role

The position is ideal for a self-motivated and organised individual with a keen eye for detail, capable of becoming the primary point of liaison between the delivery teams and clients. This role will involve delivering data management, data analysis, and business intelligence projects. With a large aspect being customer facing, clear communication and rapport-building skills are a must.

Responsibilities

Delivery

1. Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
2. Break down projects into manageable iteration cycles, ensuring delivery within budget.
3. Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, RAID logs, requirements, specifications, and resource plans.
4. Manage project work items and plans across multiple tools, such as Jira, Zoho Sprints, and Microsoft DevOps.
5. Apply change management processes to handle alterations in project scope, schedule, and costs.
6. Assist senior project managers in evaluating workflows and identifying opportunities for improved efficiency.

Stakeholder Management

1. Foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
2. Collaborate with the Commercial team, Product Owners, and Solutions Architects to define project scopes and objectives, ensuring all relevant stakeholders are involved and technical feasibility is assessed.
3. Regularly update and present project progress to key stakeholders.
4. Negotiate and manage project scope with both clients and internal teams.

Skills and Attributes Required

1. A degree, ideally in computer science, marketing, or business.
2. A solid technical foundation with hands-on experience in technology, preferably in database development projects.
3. Strong client-facing and internal communication skills.
4. Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
5. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Curiosity about technology and a willingness to expand knowledge in data software and analytics.
8. PMP, PRINCE2, SCRUM, or similar certifications are a plus.
9. 6-12 months experience in a Project Admin/Co-Ordinator role is advantageous.