Project Manager

Project Manager for Strategic Operations

Location:

Hayes,

Salary:

45,000 to 48,000

Full Time

In this newly created post, you will play a pivotal role in driving and implementing change projects that will help us release our Strategic Plan. Working closely with the Chief of Staff, you will support the Chief Executive and senior leadership team, coordinating and overseeing projects designed to drive high achievement create an inclusive culture, foster innovation, and promote a culture of continuous improvement within

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience of project co-ordination, and project or programme management
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to priortise and adapt to changing circumstances
• Good IT skills including proficiency in common project management tools/software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project Coordination:

• Work with the Chief of Staff to help set up a suite of up to 10 projects according to agreed timelines and objectives.

• Help senior leaders to develop and maintain project plans, supporting them to identify key milestones, resources, and dependencies.

• Coordinate project activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between teams.

2. Chief Executive:

• Work closely with the Chief Executive in supporting his daily, weekly and monthly workload.
• Advise in conjunction with the Executive Assistant of any diary issues or urgent matters from daily correspondence
• Act as "Gatekeeper" to the office of the Chief Executive in all strategic and operational support matters
• Act as the "Eyes and Ears" of the Chief Executive in conjunction and liaison with the Chief of Staff
• To digest and disseminate all incoming correspondence and meeting requests, to help prioritise the time of both the Chief Executive and Chief of Staff, ensuring best delegation of duties are applied.
• Ensure all meetings, follow-ups and conversations are carried through to their completion by appropriate delegation, action and monitoring.
• Provide daily briefings to Chief Executive as required.

1. Change Management:

• Facilitate change projects by engaging stakeholders at various levels of the organisation and help manage a smooth transition to new ways of working.

• Establish the right routines to monitor and evaluate the impact of the change projects, making recommendations for adjustments where work is off track.

2. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain and manage project documentation, including status reporting and risk data.

• Provide regular updates to the Chief of Staff and other senior stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and proposed solutions.

1. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders, making sure their views are considered in project planning and execution.

• Organise and facilitate meetings, workshops, and training sessions as needed to support project goals.

2. Resource Management:

• Collaborate with department heads and team leads to help them allocate resources efficiently and effectively.

• Monitor and manage project budgets where relevant, ensuring financial accountability.