Project Manager

Job Description

Why do we want youWe are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver on a very exciting project at ICA. You will need to be proactive in your approach, with the confidence to liaise with external stakeholders of a senior level and always ensuring client satisfaction and expectations are met.Project Manager - Client Delivery (FTC)Location: Sutton Coldfield - B72 1SXSalary: £38,000Employment Status: Full Time - ContractA bit about us.Wilmington plc is a company with a difference. Over the years we’ve grown by acquisition and as such we have many unique businesses in our portfolio. ICA is one of them!ICA is the leading global provider of professional certificated qualifications and training in anti-money laundering (AML), compliance and fraud/financial crime prevention. For novice and experienced practitioners alike, the ICA certificate and diploma courses are a benchmark of excellence. ICAs internationally recognised qualifications enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals, improve business practice and minimise risk.Main Purpose of RoleThe role of the Project Manager (PM) is to plan, execute, manage and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of key stakeholders and third-parties in order to deliver projects according to plan. The PM must retain sight of the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. The PM must liaise with internal and external contacts efficiently and effectively.This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced organization and as such you must be prepared to be flexible and open to participate in all activities within a project. This is an end to end project management role but also includes duties to support the wider team including setting up meetings, client visits and minute taking/circulation.Key Responsibilities:- To confidently lead meetings with external senior stakeholders- To support and assist senior stakeholders in all aspects of new projects- To regularly meet and liaise with management teams regarding overall approach and prioritisation/resolution of any issues, for example regarding development and delivery. - Direct and manage project development from concept to completion.- Define project scope, goals, budgets and deliverables that support business goals, in collaboration with senior management and key stakeholders.- Develop detailed proposals, project plans, schedules, timelines and milestones (using appropriate tools as necessary), templates, contracts, presentations, progress reports and associated communications documents.- To schedule resourcing of the project in terms of writing, editing, review, sign off, design and media production- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential problem areas and devise contingency plans as required, assessing and determining the need to escalate any need for additional resources, if necessary during project cycle.- Conduct post implementation reviews and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and less successful project elements.- Utilize and enhance ICA best practices and tools for project execution and management.Skills and Experience Required:- Experience in the same or similar role- Attention to detail- Comfortable to liaise with external clients over email and face to face."We are committed to equality, equality of opportunity and valuing diversity"