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Role: Junior Project Manager
Length: 6 months
Location: Hybrid - 2 to 3 days per week onsite in Knutsford
Salary: £44,000 per annum
We are actively looking to secure a Junior Project Manager to join Experis.
Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively.
Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development..
Role Overview
We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to join our dynamic delivery team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in Agile environments, a keen interest in change management, and strong communication skills. You'll support project delivery, contribute to change initiatives, and manage small workstreams with confidence.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the planning and execution of Agile projects using frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
Support change management activities including stakeholder engagement, communications, and training coordination.
Own and manage small workstreams or tasks, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
Facilitate meetings, stand-ups, and retrospectives as needed.
Track project progress, risks, and issues, and escalate appropriately.
Prepare project documentation, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
Required Skills & Experience
Solid exposure to Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) through direct project involvement.
Experience supporting change initiatives (e.g., process improvements, system implementations).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging with stakeholders at various levels.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion with minimal supervision.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Confluence, MS Project).
A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from senior team members.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field.
Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist) are a plus.
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