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Project Manager - 12 Month FTC - Corporate IT

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Hybrid
Ipswich, Suffolk, England
Entry level
Hybrid
Ipswich, Suffolk, England
Entry level
Lead medium to large-scale business and IT change projects from planning through operational handover. Manage timelines, budgets, governance, risks, resources, vendors, stakeholders, and change while ensuring quality delivery. Develop business cases, assess feasibility, maintain project controls and reporting, and support strategic objectives. Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to project teams while driving operational improvements across the organization.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of medium to large-scale business and IT change initiatives. You'll be responsible for managing projects from initial planning and shaping through to operational handover, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working across a diverse stakeholder group, you'll play a key role in driving operational improvements and supporting the company's strategic objectives.

This role requires a proactive and collaborative project leader who can navigate ambiguity, build strong relationships, and effectively manage project governance, risks, resources, finances, and change. As well as delivering projects typically lasting 6–12 months, you'll provide leadership to project teams, coach and mentor colleagues, and ensure robust project controls and reporting are in place throughout the project lifecycle.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

  • Proven track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale IT projects, ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost, and quality objectives;

  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging and influencing colleagues at all levels across IT and the wider business;

  • Experience managing third-party IT vendors and building effective partnerships to successfully deliver technology change;

  • Demonstrable experience assessing project feasibility, developing business cases, and managing project planning, governance, and approval processes;

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong commercial awareness and a good understanding of industry trends and best practice in project management.

What sets us apart?

  • Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

  • Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.

  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

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