Junior Project Manager - #66599

Capita Pensions Solutions have an exciting opportunity for Junior Project Manager to join their growing team on a fixed term contract.

If you are currently a Junior Project Manager looking for further exposure or are interested in a career in this field, then we would be interested in speaking to you further.

Job Title

Junior Project Manager

Job Description

The Junior Project Manager is responsible to the Project Manager in the day-to-day management of the project and in the reporting and governance required for the project.

The role is fixed term until March 2025

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the Project Manager in the preparation of the following baseline management products: project brief, benefits management approach, PID, stage/exception plans and work packages.
• Produce accurate and timely reports and records that are required for the project according to the reporting drum beat
• Tracking progress of the key products and milestones for the project including the resource forecast
• Support and manage the project controls, monitoring and reporting including advising the project manager of any deviations from the plan and complying with the change control approach
• Support and maintain the project procedures such as risk management, issue management, change control and communication
• Track the review and approval of products for the project and ensure that any risks or issues to major milestones are escalated to the project manager
• Use the Capita project methodology and tools to track the project and support the project manager
• Work with the project team to deliver the project to time, quality and cost.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to command respect and to create a sense of community amongst the members of the project teams
• Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
• Business case development and approvals skills
• Understanding of the procurement process including negotiation with third parties
• Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures
• Sufficient seniority and credibility to advise project teams on their projects in relation to the programme
• Ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problems
• Knowledge of programme and project management methods including MSP, PRINCE2 and Agile
  
  

About Capita Pensions Solutions

At Capita Pension Solutions (CPS), we create and implement resilient and responsible pension strategies to help your organisation and your people look forward to a more secure financial future. From pensions administration and consultancy, to the latest technology and engagement techniques, we help ensure sustainable investments which support your success. Join us and discover better ways to engage with and value today’s employees.

What can we offer you?

You’ll have the chance to develop an expert understanding of Project Management whilst working on a host of high-profile projects that will help you learn and evolve new and existing skills. We also believe in offering flexible working solutions that suit your needs, whether that’s from home, from your nearest Capita office, or a blend of both but with an expectation to travel as and where business requires.

What We Hope You’ll Do Next

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email Iqbal at [email protected] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.

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Location:

Home-Based - GBR

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United Kingdom

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)