Project Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Brighton

Remuneration: Daily Rate From £350 to £400

Contract Details: Temporary, 9 months

Responsibilities:

Our client, a software company in the tax compliance industry, is seeking a Project Manager to support their Senior Project Manager in coordinating project activities and ensuring successful project delivery. This is a temporary role, with a contract length of 9 months, based in Brighton.

As a Project Manager, you will work closely with colleagues across various teams and locations, requiring excellent communication and collaboration skills. The role will involve a mix of remote and office-based work, with hybrid working arrangements available. The flexibility is necessary to accommodate the global nature of the business.

Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day assistance to the Senior Project Manager in project delivery.
Work on multiple projects and gradually transition to leading these projects.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Schedule and facilitate project meetings, documenting decisions and next steps.
Break down projects into manageable tasks, setting timeframes and goals.
Create and update workflows, conduct risk analyses, and other project documentation.
Prepare and provide documentation to internal teams and key stakeholders.
Monitor project progress and address any potential issues.
Coordinate quality controls to ensure deliverables meet requirements.
Measure and report on project performance.
Act as the primary point of contact for all participants on smaller projects.Person Requirements:

Essential:

Minimum of 2 years of related project management experience.
Knowledge of the full project management lifecycle.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and conflicting priorities.
A team player with a positive can-do attitude.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.
Strong organisation and time-management skills.Preferable:

Work experience as a junior Project Manager, Project Coordinator, or similar role.
Hands-on experience with flowcharts, business analysis documentation, and project documentation.
Experience with project management software, flowcharting software, and SalesForce.
Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2), business improvement certification (e.g., Six Sigma or Lean), or other appropriate professional certification.
Degree level education.
Exposure to fast-paced operational environments, preferably in the SaaS industry.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Project Manager to join our client's team and contribute to the successful delivery of projects within the tax compliance software industry. Apply today to be considered for this exciting role.

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