Project Management Team Lead (12 Month FTC) in WC2N, Charing Cross, Greater London

Energy Jobline CVL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Management Team Lead to lead a team of Project Managers for implementing projects in educational organisations across the UK. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role is a 12-month maternity cover contract offering a significant opportunity to influence educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management and leading small teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• A collaborative, motivational and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coaching a team of 6 Project Managers.
• Running team meetings, performance reviews and setting clear quarterly objectives.
• Managing project risks, customer escalations and resource planning.
• Collaborating with wider functions including Training, Implementation and Finance.
• Driving customer success and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

We are seeking an experienced and engaging Project Management Team Lead to join our Professional Services team at IRIS Software Group in the Education division on a 12‑month maternity cover contract. You’ll lead a team of Project Managers responsible for delivering end‑to‑end implementation projects for schools, trusts and educational organisations across the UK.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and coaching a team of 6 Project Managers to deliver high‑quality project outcomes
• Running team meetings, performance reviews and setting clear quarterly objectives
• Managing project risks, customer escalations and resource planning
• Collaborating with wider functions including Training, Implementation and Finance
• Driving customer success and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in project management and leading small teams
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
• A collaborative, motivational and customer‑focused approach

Why IRIS?

IRIS is one of the UK’s largest private software companies. Our solutions power over 24,000 schools and educational institutions. Join us in shaping the future of education through smart, people‑led project delivery.

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