Project Manager, Software, Mandarin Fluent

Experis - ManpowerGroup; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London seeks a Software Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in delivering complex technical programs. You will define project scope and ensure timely execution in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in software development, and is proficient in Agile methodologies. The role offers a salary of £50-60k plus benefits.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects

Continuous learning and improvement

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of project management experience with technical or software development teams.
• Proven experience managing full project life cycles in Agile, Scrum, or hybrid environments.
• Experience managing cloud-based or enterprise software development projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, design, QA, and operations teams.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field

PMP, Agile, or Scrum certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Title: Software Project Manager

Location: London

Languages: English and Mandarin Fluent

Employment Type: Full-Time

£50-60k + benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical development programs. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

Program Planning & Execution

• Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics.
• Develop detailed project plans and schedules.
• Coordinate resources and track milestones to ensure timely delivery.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with engineering, product, design, QA, and operations teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Act as the central point of contact for all project‑related communications.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage issues proactively.
• Remove blockers and escalate concerns when necessary.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Maintain accurate and accessible project documentation.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to project management practices.
• Promote agile methodologies and support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• PMP, Agile, or Scrum certification is a plus.

Experience

• 3-5+ years of project management experience, ideally with technical or software development teams.
• Proven experience managing full project life cycles in Agile, Scrum, or hybrid environments.

Tools & Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis.
• Skilled in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word for stakeholder communication and documentation.
• Experience with tools like Asana, Smartsheet, Slack, or Miro is a plus.

General Skills

• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing cloud‑based or enterprise software development projects.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, or infrastructure‑as‑code practices.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team driving innovation.
• Work on cutting‑edge technology projects with real‑world impact.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment that values creativity, agility, and continuous learning.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialises in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.