Project Lead

PYVITAL; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is looking for a Project Lead to oversee the delivery of complex projects across their organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in professional services or law, a strong grasp of project management methodologies, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing projects, coaching staff, and prioritizing change roadmaps. This role offers competitive remuneration and professional growth in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within professional services or a UK-based law firm.
• Strong proficiency in project management best practices.
• Proven record of managing complex change projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic implementation across the organization.
• Manage project budgets and controls.
• Provide coaching and training to colleagues.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Change management

Leadership and mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Degree or professional qualification in business management or technology

Tools

APM

Prince2

Scrum

MSP

Agile Project Management

Job description

Overview

Location: Birmingham, Northampton, or Manchester

The Project Lead is responsible for the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that drive strategic objectives. You will implement best-practice project management methodologies and standards and work with stakeholders of varying seniority across the business to deliver significant change programmes.

Using your experience, you will help senior stakeholders scope, plan, and deliver initiatives that create meaningful impact for the organisation and its clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support leadership to implement strategies and plans across the business and build the capability and profile of the Projects & Innovation team.
• Help business areas understand and prioritise their change roadmap for the next 12–24 months.
• Deliver complex and strategically important change projects.
• Support the implementation of a project management framework to ensure projects are completed successfully.
• Manage project budgets, financial and project controls, ensuring delivery within agreed constraints.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., IS) and other departments to implement change.
• Provide coaching, training, and guidance to colleagues who wish to run projects independently.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in a similar role, ideally within professional services or a UK-based law firm.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering operational efficiencies.
• Demonstrated experience in change management and business transformation.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple initiatives.
• Strong leadership abilities, including delegation, coordination, and team development through mentoring or structured training.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification in business management, technology, or a related field is preferred.

Technical Skills / Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as APM, Prince2, Scrum, MSP, or Agile Project Management are desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver successful outcomes under pressure.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and well-being.