Project Manager/Executive Business Partner

AppniaSoft; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Cardiff seeks an experienced Project Manager/Exec Business Partner to develop a robust project management framework and ensure delivery of strategic initiatives. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Business, strong project management skills, and experience with senior stakeholders. The position offers a salary of £50,000-£60,000 pro rata with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Communications.
• Formal project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2).
• Proven experience in senior project management roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level strategic support to the CEO.
• Establish a robust project management framework.
• Track and report on strategic initiatives.
• Design a comprehensive board reporting framework.
• Collaborate with management to improve project performance.

Skills

Business acumen

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors degree in Business or related field

Formal project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)

Job description

Project Manager/Exec Business Partner | Cardiff/hybrid | £50,000-£60,000 pro rata

My client is seeking an experienced Business Partner to develop a project management framework and to prepare high-quality progress reports, presentations, and dashboards for the Board and senior stakeholders.

• Provide high-level strategic and project management support to the CEO, ensuring the organisations strategic priorities are driven forward effectively and delivered on time.
• Establish and embed a robust project management framework for the senior leadership team, ensuring consistent ways of working, clear accountability, and measurable progress.
• Track and report on key strategic initiatives and high impact projects.
• Design and implement a comprehensive board reporting framework that supports strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior management to improve insight of project performance across the organisation.

Skills, Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business, Communications, or a related field and a formal project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)
• Experience working with C-suite executives and board-level stakeholders
• Familiarity with corporate governance and strategic planning processes
• Proven experience in project management at a senior or strategic level.
• Demonstrable success in leading and delivering complex, high-impact projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Excellent risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including at Board and senior executive level.
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into clear, measurable, and achievable outcomes.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills, with attention to detail.