Project Co-Ordinator

Oakley Recruitment Limited; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Onsite healthcare support

Job summary

Oakley Recruitment is looking for a Project Coordinator to join an expanding organisation in Tamworth on a full-time permanent basis. You will collaborate with project managers to plan, schedule and coordinate activities, monitor progress and budgets, and prepare comprehensive project documentation.

The role involves coordinating with teams, stakeholders and vendors to ensure timely delivery and effective risk management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project coordination or project administration, with a strong track record of delivering projects successfully.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Driven, passionate and can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with project managers to plan, schedule and coordinate project activities for timely delivery.
• Monitoring project progress, deadlines and budgets, proactively addressing deviations.
• Preparing detailed project documentation, including scope documents, business cases, project plans, status reports and meeting minutes.
• Facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders and vendors to ensure alignment.
• Tracking project expenses and resources, maintaining accurate records and producing reports.
• Supporting risk management and issue resolution, escalating challenges promptly to minimise disruptions.
• Contributing to improving project management practices by implementing best practices and process enhancements.

Skills

Project coordination

Organisational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Tamworth. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as a Project Coordinator on a full-time permanent basis.

Job Role

• Collaborating with project managers to plan, schedule and coordinate project activities for timely delivery
• Monitoring project progress, deadlines and budgets, proactively addressing deviations
• Preparing detailed project documentation, including scope documents, business cases, project plans, status reports and meeting minutes
• Facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders and vendors to ensure alignment
• Tracking project expenses and resources, maintaining accurate records and producing reports
• Supporting risk management and issue resolution, escalating challenges promptly to minimise disruptions
• Contributing to improving project management practices by implementing best practices and process enhancements

Skills and experience

• Proven experience in project coordination or project administration, with a strong track record of delivering projects successfully
• Strong organisational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Driven, passionate and can-do attitude
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• UK Driving Licence

Package and Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Pension

• 3% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution, 1% tax relief, pensions advisor to visit the site twice a year

Healthcare

• All employees are entitled to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme from day one, providing a free 24hr confidential helpline on various issues.
• On completion of the 6-month probationary period, healthcare cash plan is available

Holiday Entitlement

• 23 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays. After 3 years' service this increases to 24 days plus BH and at 6 years' service it increases again to a maximum of 25 days plus BH.
• After completing 6-month probationary period, all employees are entitled to up to 5 days unpaid annual leave in addition to their paid allowance. This is pro-rata in the first part year, following probation.

Life Assurance

• 2x annual salary

Free onsite parking

Incredible core company values

Culture and Environment

Join a dynamic, inclusive team where collaboration, innovation, and personal growth are at the core of the culture. Our client is deeply committed to supporting your development, offering a comprehensive onboarding experience and thorough training to ensure you're fully equipped for success. From the start, you'll feel empowered and valued, with opportunities to build your skills, expand your knowledge, and contribute meaningfully to the team's shared goals.

The workplace itself is designed to inspire - featuring a sleek, modern interior that combines style with functionality. Open, collaborative spaces encourage connection and creativity, while designated quiet zones support focused work. It's a truly engaging environment where every detail promotes productivity and wellbeing. You'll be part of a forward-thinking, growth-oriented team that values mutual respect, shared success, and continuous learning.

Personality

Are you passionate about projects and eager to learn? We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join a fast-paced, supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's ready to take the next step in their project management career and gain hands-on experience across a variety of impactful initiatives.

In this role, you'll play a key part in coordinating and supporting the successful delivery of strategic IT and business projects, as well as critical internal initiatives. You'll work closely with project managers, stakeholders and vendors, gaining valuable exposure to project delivery, stakeholder communication, risk management and process improvement within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Oakley Recruitment to contact you and retain your details. In compliance with the regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Oakley Recruitment will require proof of identification. A copy of your passport, birth certificate and NI number will be required, as part of your interview process