Project Manager

DAC Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & health benefits

Generous PTO & parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Casual, collaborative environment

Job summary

DAC Group is seeking a Project Manager in London to lead project teams through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. You will ensure data integrity, manage milestones, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders in a hybrid environment.

The role requires 3–5 years of PM experience, a relevant degree, and strong command of Microsoft Office; PMI/PMP certification is a plus. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits with three in-office days per week.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of Project Management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in business, computer science, finance or related.
• Advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with PMI methodology; PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and manage scope, budget, and timelines.
• Ensure project data is accurate across tools and reports.
• Drive pre-sale and post-sale activities with stakeholders.
• Identify risks and escalate issues to protect project objectives.

Skills

Project management

Meeting facilitation

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Agile experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Monday.com

HubSpot

Teams

Job description

## Project ManagerApply: Hybrid: London, UK: Full time: Posted Today: JR1696**Who We Are**We are DAC—a global full-funnel performance media agency dedicated to delivering transformative results. With expertise spanning SEO, paid media, creative production, analytics, and local optimization, we combine the brightest minds with innovative technology to deliver seamless, forward-thinking strategies. Powered by AI, data, and creative ingenuity, we deliver integrated campaigns that engage customers at every touchpoint—from global audiences to individual store locations. **Position Summary**The Project Manager applies professional principles, practices, and techniques to lead project teams, control project schedule, cost, scope, risks, and quality to meet project objectives, and ensure project and data integrity is complete and accurate. This role has ultimate responsibility and accountability for assigned projects and manages all aspects of the project life cycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure. **What You’ll Do*** Ensure all project data is complete, accurate, and up to date across all project tools. Responsible for project and task audit to ensure data completeness and accuracy.* Manage assigned projects & project team, ensuring that milestones and project objectives are achieved on time, on budget, and within scope; that project roadblocks are removed, and the team members are motivated to employ the organization’s project management methodology and best practice principles of collaboration, accountability, and transparency* Drive & govern pre-sale and post-sale processes working with stakeholders to gather and align on final outputs. Change management, communication planning, and execution.* Pre-sale activities include activities within the Initiation phase, including ensuring the pre-sale project tools, documents, and resources are optimal for seamless communication and quick turnarounds, supporting the brief, quote, and scoping exercises.* Post-sale activities include activities within the Planning phase once the SOW is signed and ensure the project plan, timeline, resources, and communication plans are activated, including the Risk Management documentation, Stakeholders Register, Lessons Learned, and supporting contracts specific to the project. Execution, Monitoring, and Controlling phase, including monitoring project profitability, resourcing, and pacing. Evaluating progress and quality, managing the issue resolution process to ensure corrective actions are taken. Closure phase, including closing off the project through document reconciliations, reporting to compare the project against its baseline objectives and goals, and performing postmortem exercises as needed.* Responsible for identifying and communicating risk, project logistical issues, and out-of-process scenarios; identifying solutions to meet productivity, quality, and client goals; and following escalation protocols.* Responsible for project health reporting and management of actioning at risk metrics according to defined process **What You Bring*** Three (3) to Five (5) years of Project Management experience in the project management industry overseeing a range of projects ranging in size and complexity, including some related experience in the digital space.* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent college diploma with a major in computer science, finance, business administration, or equivalent education and experience.* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.* Proven experience working within established project management methodologies* Ability to facilitate and run meetings effectively* Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities* Professional, mature, motivated, and self-directed; Advanced time management skills* Mental agility, possessing the ability to manage multiple priorities and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment* Strong negotiation and conflict management skills; Objective, with the ability to influence individuals across the organization without direct authority* Team-orientated, collaborative, and excellent interpersonal skills* Strong familiarity with project management software solutions (Monday.com, HubSpot and Teams an asset)* Ad agency exposure, with digital environment experience, preferred.* Knowledge of and experience with working in agile environments.* Knowledge of PMI methodology; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification* Additional language (French, Spanish, German) is a plus. **What You’ll Get*** **Professional Growth**: Work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge tools in the performance marketing industry.* **Collaborative Culture**: Be part of a global organization that values curiosity, transparency, and innovation.* **Competitive Benefits**: + Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits. + Generous PTO, wellness initiatives and parental leave. + Opportunities for continued learning and professional development. + A supportive, collaborative, and casual work environment. **How We Work**This role requires **three in-office days per week**. Remote work is not available for this position. *This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. DAC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to* *[e-mail]*