Project Manager

Project Manager
Large Tech Organisation

 

Department:  Project Management
Location: London
Contact type:  12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Full Time/Part time:  Full Time
Reporting into:  Project Management Lead

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to play a pivotal role in the execution of Social & Influence projects within our creative agency. In this capacity, you will ensure the successful delivery of projects, spanning from client briefings to the final asset handover. 

As a Project Manager, your wealth of experience will shine as you take charge of intricate project landscapes. Your expertise will guide cross-functional teams towards efficient collaboration, ensuring project milestones are met with precision. Drawing from your extensive background, you will orchestrate the synchronisation of resources, from creative minds to technical wizards, facilitating an environment where ideas transform into tangible results. Your strategic vision and seasoned judgment will drive projects forward, adapting to changing requirements and unforeseen challenges while keeping the broader business goals in focus. 

Moreover, you will be a beacon of leadership, providing mentorship and guidance to more junior team members in the business. Your ability to impart knowledge and insights will foster the growth of upcoming project managers, elevating the overall proficiency of our teams. Within this role, your strong communication and interpersonal skills will establish you as a go-to collaborator, working in harmony with account managers, creatives, and other stakeholders to ensure a unified approach that exceeds client expectations. Your dedication to detail will be instrumental in maintaining the high standards our agency is renowned for, ensuring that every project deliverable is of impeccable quality. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Act as the primary liaison between diverse agency disciplines to synchronise resources. 

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of integrated projects, ensuring their seamless completion. 

• Foster strong relationships with project teams, the commercial division, and the PMO Lead. 

• Develop a comprehensive grasp of the client's remuneration and commercial model. 

• Monitor project finances and proactively address resource allocation concerns. 

• Effectively manage project schedules, adhering to scope, timelines, and budgets. 

• Identify and mitigate potential project risks, ensuring smooth delivery. 

• Collaborate adeptly with multi-agency teams for seamless project execution. 

• Acquire and maintain a thorough knowledge of industry-standard project tools, processes, and platforms. 

• Collaborate closely with the resource manager and PMO Lead for effective resource management. 

• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, precision, and excellence across project documentation. 

 

Requirements: 

• Demonstrated expertise as a Project Manager in a creative agency or similar environment. 

• Proficiency in effective project setup, budgeting, resource control, management, and reporting. 

• Experience working on Social & Influence accounts and understanding the dynamics of global projects. 

• Financial acumen to manage project budgets, monitor financial status, and forecast resource allocation. 

• Proactive approach to identifying<