Junior Project Manager

Location: West Midlands, Staffordshire, England

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Industry: IT and Internet

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Job Description

The Junior Project Manager supports the planning, execution, and delivery of IT and internet-based projects within the organisation. This role involves coordinating project tasks, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior project managers and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and documentation.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, and third-party contractors or consultants where applicable.
• Monitor project progress and report on status, risks, and issues to senior management regularly.
• Support the management of project budgets, ensuring costs are tracked and controlled.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment.
• Contribute to risk management processes by identifying potential risks and assisting in the development of mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Participate in post-project evaluations and contribute to lessons learned to improve future processes.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and project management best practises relevant to IT and internet projects.

Required Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in project management or equivalent, such as PRINCE2 Foundation or an introductory project management certification.
• Qualification or experience in IT-related disciplines is advantageous.

Education

• A minimum of A-levels or equivalent; degree-level education in a relevant field is desirable but not essential.

Experience

• Previous experience in a project support or coordination role within the IT or internet sector.
• Exposure to managing or supporting projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Experience of working with project management tools and software.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear reports and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and liaise professionally with external parties.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and IT project methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Project or equivalent planning tools.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining quality standards.
• Problem-solving aptitude and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience using project collaboration and tracking tools such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Teams.
• Knowledge of Agile or Scrum methodologies.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with the expectation to work standard full-time hours, typically Monday to Friday.
• Occasional requirement to travel within the West Midlands region for meetings or site visits.
• Work environment is fast-paced and requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Use of computer equipment and software for extended periods.