Senior Project Manager

F.J. WILSON; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional body seeks a Senior Project Manager for a 3-month temporary contract. The role involves leading and delivering complex projects, managing senior stakeholders, and overseeing a project portfolio within a central Project Management Office (PMO). Candidates should have strong project management experience, excellent organizational skills, and a proven track record in complex environments. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and documentation.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects in a professional environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a substantial portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery in line with objectives.
• Provide end-to-end project management from planning through to closure.
• Track project performance, benefits, and key performance indicators.

Skills

Project management principles

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager (3 months temporary PAYE)

Do you have a strong track record of delivering complex projects end‑to‑end in a structured, governance‑led environment (ideally within a professional body or education sector)?

Are you confident working with senior stakeholders, managing priorities across multiple projects and influencing at all levels?

Do you enjoy bringing clarity, structure and momentum to projects while supporting others to succeed?

If so, this could be an excellent temporary opportunity for you.

Key facts

Assignment length: 3 months, with the possibility of becoming a fixed‑term contract

Gross Pay rate range (PAYE): £25.17 to £28.35 per hour+ rolled up holiday pay

Location: Hybrid working – London – 2 days office, 3 days home

Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, 0900 – 1700

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of organisational projects during a period of maternity cover. This is a key role within a central Project Management Office (PMO), with responsibility for overseeing a significant proportion of the project portfolio and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard.

You will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across the organisation, providing expert project management support from initiation through to delivery and handover. You will also line manage a Project Support Administrator and contribute to the effective running of the wider PMO.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a substantial portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery in line with agreed objectives, timelines and governance requirements
• Provide end‑to‑end project management, from business case development and planning through to implementation and closure
• Work collaboratively with senior leadership and departmental heads to ensure projects align with organisational strategy and priorities
• Line manage a Project Support Administrator, ensuring resources are allocated effectively across projects
• Prepare, maintain and report on project documentation, including project plans, risk and issue logs, budgets and progress reports
• Track project performance, benefits and key performance indicators, escalating risks and issues where appropriate
• Chair and coordinate cross‑organisation project and steering group meetings, including engagement with external suppliers and contractors when required
• Manage project budgets, process invoices and expenses, and produce regular financial reconciliation reports
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact
• Support effective communication and change management activity related to projects
• Contribute to the development of project tools, templates and training materials
• Provide cover and support for senior project leadership during periods of leave, as required

About you

You will be a confident and organised project manager with a proven ability to deliver complex projects in a structured environment. You are comfortable working with senior stakeholders, managing competing priorities and maintaining high standards of accuracy and governance.

Essential experience and skills

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies and documentation
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects in a complex or professional environment
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Experience of organising and supporting project meetings, including minute taking
• Ability to analyse complex information and communicate it clearly
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and online systems
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and collaborate effectively as part of a team
• Experience of user acceptance testing or similar assurance activity

Desirable

• A recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent)
• Experience working in a professional body or the education sector

Our client

Our client is a prominent professional body based, dedicated to advancing the health care field. It plays a crucial role in supporting medical/health professionals, providing resources, education, and guidance to enhance the quality of health care. Recognised for its commitment to excellence, they serve as a key hub for medical professionals, fostering collaboration, research, and the continuous improvement of health services.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your CV as early as possible. Our email address is [e-mail].

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FJWilson Talent Services is acting as Employment Business in relation to this PAYE temporary role.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community. Furthermore, qualifications and/or experience identified are indicative. We will consider applications from candidates who have comparable qualifications and/or experience for the assignment advertised.