Project Manager

NielsenIQ; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer intelligence company based in Stockport is seeking a Project Manager to oversee and manage projects, ensuring they meet objectives on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in project management and knowledge of tools like Microsoft Project. The role offers a flexible working environment, private medical insurance, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible working environment

Learning & Development

Great team culture

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Project Management.
• Thorough understanding of industry and PM bodies of knowledge.
• Ability to rapidly absorb new information and apply effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee projects from inception to completion.
• Create and maintain positive engagement with project sponsors.
• Gather feedback on PMO processes for improvement.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Our Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring that all objectives are met on time and within budget. Working within a structured framework, our Project Managers make key decisions that drive project success, providing clear direction and guidance to teams while maintaining accountability. They regularly engage with team members and stakeholders to ensure that project requirements align with user needs, adjusting plans as necessary to meet project goals.

Beyond task management, our Project Managers act as crucial points of communication, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, sponsors, and cross‑functional teams. They manage expectations, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and create positive partnerships that support project objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability
• Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy
• Influences customers, suppliers and partners
• Develops strong relationships at all levels within the business
• May have some responsibility for the work of others and for the allocation of resources
• Participates in external activities related to own specialism.
• Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives.
• Collaborates regularly with team members, users and customers
• Engages to ensure that user needs are being met throughout
• Prepares training materials for internal PMO and business‑wide use
• Lives NIQ’s values

Stakeholder management and communication

• Is a flexible and effective stakeholder manager, working to motivate, negotiate, mediate and direct to ensure positive project outcomes
• Creates and maintains positive engagement with project sponsors and customers
• Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who share common objectives
• Develops close and effective partnerships with specialist team stakeholders
• Develops and maintains appropriate project status reporting

Business Knowledge

• Has a thorough understanding of industry and specialist PM bodies of knowledge as necessary
• Independently works to gain a thorough knowledge of the domain of the organisation
• Is able to apply the knowledge effectively in unfamiliar situations and actively maintains own knowledge and contributes to the development of others
• Rapidly absorbs new information and applies it effectively
• Maintains an awareness of developing practices and their application and takes responsibility for driving own development.
• Gathers feedback on PMO processes and generates ideas for process improvement
• Defines, implements and communicates beneficial changes to the PMO processes

Required Experience

2-3 Years of Experience in Project Management

Knowledge of Microsoft Project Tool.

What You Get

• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible working environment
• Learning & Development
• Great team culture

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behaviour and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state‑of‑the‑art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion