Project Manager, Software, Mandarin Fluent

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

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is looking for a Software Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex technical programs in London. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of project management experience, proficiency with project management tools like Jira and Confluence, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a salary of £50-60k plus benefits, providing an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Work on cutting-edge technology projects

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage project scope and deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Risk management

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 elevate 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.