Leeds Events

Junior Project Manager

Posted: 4 days ago

Job Description

About the RoleWe are seeking an organised, proactive and motivated Entry Level - Junior Project Manager to support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects across the organisation. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is looking to build their project management skills while working closely with senior project managers and cross-functional teams.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in coordinating project activities, resources, equipment and informationSupport the creation and maintenance of project schedules, documentation and reportsTrack project progress and update stakeholders on key milestonesHelp identify project risks and issues, escalating when necessaryAttend project meetings, prepare meeting notes and follow up on action itemsMaintain project management tools and systems (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello, Asana)Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project tasks are completed on timeSupport process improvements and contribute ideas to enhance project deliverySkills & QualificationsStrong organisational and time-management skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to work well as part of a team and build relationships with stakeholdersBasic understanding of project management principlesConfident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Attention to detail and willingness to learnAdvantageous but not essential: experience with project management softwareEducation & ExperienceWork placement or experience in an office or coordination role is beneficial but not requiredProject management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation, CAPM) are a plusWhat We OfferTraining and development, including support for project management qualificationsA clear growth path into project coordination, project management or PMO rolesOn-Site friendly, office environmentCompetitive salary and benefits Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in a supportive environmentHow to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role.

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