Senior Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Description

One World are seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to develop and implement projects both internally within the business and externally with our customers, partners and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and document the Project Initiation Documentation (PID), including the project plan, business case, and approach.
• Establish project baselines for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and benefits.
• Work with project owners to understand the project overview, dependencies, milestones, risks etc.
• Create stage plans and work packages for each project phase.
• Ensures the appropriate skills and team members are allocated to the project and establishes clear roles, responsibilities and accountability.
• Keep project logs and registers (issues, risks, lessons learned, daily log) updated.
• Prepare and present highlight reports to the Project Board.
• Identify and escalate issues, risks, or changes needing approval.
• Deliver required products within agreed tolerances.
• Establish and manage project controls and procedures.
• Maintain quality assurance and control to meet stakeholder expectations to ensure products are fit for purpose.
• Ensure transparent and effective stakeholder communication.
• Inform the Project Board of any plan deviations.
• Represent the project's interests to the Project Board.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Certification and proven expertise in PRINCE 2 project management.
• Experience managing projects internally and externally, across multiple stakeholder types.
• Strong skills in stakeholder relationship management, requirements definition, and management.
• Must be a people person.
• Effective and proactive communication skills to convey complex ideas clearly to a variety of stakeholders.
• Innovative problem-solving abilities with an eye for detail.
• Adaptability to changing market trends, customer feedback, and technological advancements.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, valuing collaboration and input from others.

Desirable:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience in strategic thinking with a focus on long-term impact and project prioritisation.
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality project outcomes that meet both customer needs and sustainability standards.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software.
• Demonstrates passion for continuous improvement and innovation in project management practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Characteristics:

• Possesses the creativity and innovation to think outside the box. You are not afraid to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas to develop problem solving solutions.
• Exhibits strong problem-solving skills, with an ability to navigate complex challenges and ambiguities in the project.
• Pays close attention to the details, ensuring that all aspects of the project lifecycle are thoroughly considered and meticulously executed. This ensures high-quality outcomes that meet both customer needs and sustainability standards.
• Can quickly adjust to changing market trends, customer feedback, and the One World platform technological advancements. This flexibility allows us to keep the requirements relevant and competitive but deliver at scale.
• Effective in communicating complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of stakeholders, including team members, partners, and customers. You ensure that all parties are aligned and engaged throughout project lifecycle
• Works well in a team environment, valuing the input and expertise of others. You understand that collaboration is key to innovation and success in delivering value to stakeholders.

Benefits
• Competitive Pay
• Annual Salary Review
• Competitive Bonus
• Hybrid Working
• Interest Free Company loan up to GBP 1,000
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Work from home set up
• Flu Jabs Annually
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Training Budget per person per year - GBP 2750
• Relaxed Dress Code
• Referral Bonus up to GBP 750 per person you refer to work at One World
• Care First - Counselling and Support
• Tailored learning, progression and Development Plans
• Supply Chain Academy - Educational courses available all costs covered.
• Free Eye Test annually + GBP 60 vouchers towards glasses