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PROJECT MANAGER

• Remote Based (with some travel to attend meetings)
• Permanent & Full Time
• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS*

• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, raising to 28 days (increasing upon length of service)
• Flexible Bank Holidays (2 x per year)
• Enhanced Home Working Allowance
• Summer & Winter Company Day
• Private Medical Insurance
• Blue Light Card Eligible
• Cycle to Work
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Company Pension
• Eyesight Tests
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Liaison Latte (weekly expensed coffee & cake)
• Give as You Earn

*List not exhaustive

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for managing multiple high-visibility internal and client-facing projects, ensuring they are well-planned, coordinated, and delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while achieving project objectives and return on investment.

This role requires applying a balanced mix of project management methodologies, combining agility with predictability to meet varying project needs.

The PM will work closely with other Project Managers across the Group to ensure a consistent approach and alignment with best practices.

PRINCIPAL TASKS & ACTIVITIES

Develop Project Plans

Create detailed project plans outlining objectives, budgets, and identifying necessary resources.

Schedule & Tracking

Define project timelines and establish effective methods for tracking progress and measuring outcomes.

Strategic Analysis

Lead strategic evaluations to inform project direction and support decision-making.

Project Execution

Oversee all phases of project work to ensure on-time delivery within budget and agreed tolerances.

Team & Vendor Coordination

Manage collaboration between internal teams and external vendors for smooth project execution.

Project Communication

Ensure the creation and sharing of clear, consistent communication across all stakeholders.

Risk & Issue Management

Continuously monitor progress, proactively identify risks, and address issues to maintain control of timelines.

Resource Allocation

Distribute and manage resources effectively across multiple projects and/or services.

Change Management

Assess and handle change requests, analysing their impact on scope, schedule, and cost.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, offering guidance and gaining alignment as needed.

Documentation

Produce thorough project documentation and process maps tailored for different audiences.

Meeting Facilitation

Organize and lead project meetings, workshops, and calls with both internal and client teams.

Process Improvement

Champion the Liaison Way of Working, contributing to ongoing process and documentation enhancements to support team growth.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Proven experience managing the full lifecycle of a range of projects with knowledge of multiple project management methodology.
• Fast learner with a proactive mindset, capable of owning project tools and driving process improvements.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in guiding and influencing stakeholders to navigate and resolve project challenges.
• Experienced in leading the execution of a portfolio of projects and/or service initiatives.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, backed by evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent time management skills with a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
• Consistently delivers accurate, high-quality work with strong attention to detail.
• Committed to process adherence and governance frameworks.
• Adaptable and responsive to change, maintaining flexibility in dynamic environments.
• Capable of working effectively in a remote setting while staying focused and productive.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to tailor messaging across different levels of seniority.
• Resilient under pressure, able to balance and negotiate competing tactical and strategic priorities.
• Professional, customer-focused demeanour with strong interpersonal skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• Proficient in process mapping using tools such as Microsoft Visio
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project, Wrike, or equivalent
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly
• Solid MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Degree or equivalent proven experience in successfully delivering software and service projects

Desirable:

• Familiarity with DSDM Agile project methodology

ABOUT US

We are a well-established and trusted health economy partner, saving millions for reinvestment in health and social care through our Workforce, Financial and Care businesses.

We are dedicated to improving the health economy through expert advisors, established technology and best practice process improvement. Our work has also been recognised with numerous HR and Finance industry awards.

All our employees work from the comfort of their own home. We now have over 395 employees based across the length and breadth of the UK, enjoying the flexibility of working remotely.

We are proud to say that we are currently the:

• 13th Best Large Company To Work For in the UK
• 12th Best West Midlands Company To Work For in the UK
• 3rd Best Consultancy To Work For in the UK

We are a 3-star rated company by Best Companies, recognising Liaison Group as an ‘World-class Company to Work For’.

Benefits of working at Liaison Group

We believe that working life should be a happy and healthy one, with the opportunities available that you need for continuous development.

We offer our staff excellent remuneration, working conditions and support and a wide variety of company benefits, as well as the chance to get involved in a range of company organised events from physical challenges to bi-annual staff away days, and social events.

Our benefits aim to promote a healthy work/life balance, supporting not only your career, but also your home and family life.

We offer:

• Training opportunities to progress your career
• Excellent compensation package, including growing holiday entitlement, contributory pension and private healthcare, amongst other benefits
• Wellbeing programmes to provide ongoing support and assistance
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and ambitious team, working to support and assist the NHS

Liaison Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We pride ourselves on being a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Liaison Group are proud to be part of the Good Recruitment Campaign, and official signatories for the Good Recruitment Charter.

Thank you for your interest in joining Liaison Group