We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to drive the successful delivery of complex projects by managing technical workflows, aligning teams with client requirements, and ensuring quality outcomes. You will act as a primary liaison for clients, handling technical queries, providing updates, and resolving escalations, including scope changes or challenges.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent leadership skills, able to navigate complex project environments and foster collaboration across diverse teams.

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Own and manage Azure DevOps & JIRA boards, ensuring alignment between technical teams and client requirements
Lead and facilitate standups, retrospectives and sprint planning sessions
Work with Tech Lead to translate proposal delivery plans into measurable and monitorable delivery plans for delivery team
Assist in project resource allocation
Lead the RAID process, identifying risks and proactively working with stakeholders to resolve issues
Drive RACI updates, ensuring clarity of responsibilities across delivery teams
Act as the primary client liaison (where applicable), handling technical queries and project updates
Monitor and report on project KPIs, preparing weekly summaries to Heads / Partners, and monthly updates for Board
Review and enforce compliance with internal processes during all project phases
Ensure presentations and client deliverables meet quality standards and align with technical objectives
Contribute to developing new project management frameworks or processes
Handle escalations from clients, including technical challenges or changes in scope, providing solutions
Work with Tech Leads to optimise workflows and improve delivery timelines

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering technical projects in collaborative environments
Experience of leading cross-functional teams, including technical and non-technical staff
Experience working with public sector clients
Practical understanding of Azure DevOps and JIRA boards, workflows, and configurations
Practical understanding of RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) processes • Practical knowledge of metrics and reporting tools for project performance
In-depth understanding of project lifecycle management, including planning, monitoring, and delivery
Familiarity with internal and external compliance requirements for project delivery
Familiarity with Agile frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban, for managing sprints and standups
Proven ability to lead meetings (e.g., standups, retrospectives, sprint planning) to drive alignment and action
Proven ability to handle escalations, resolve conflicts, and mitigate risks
Proven ability to review client deliverables for accuracy, quality, and alignment with objectives
Proven ability to effectively handle scope changes and technical challenges
Proven ability to anticipate issues and address them before they escalate
Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and implement strategies to improve timelines and processes
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Stage 1: 20 min video call with a member of the hiring team

Stage 2: 90 min F2F interview incl. presentation in our London office

OUR BENEFITS:

At ADSP, we believe in rewarding talent and supporting your growth. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:

Competitive compensation package including annual performance bonus
26 days of annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus your birthday off
BUPA Private Healthcare
Enhanced family leave
£1,000 annual development budget
Flexible hybrid working (2 days a week in our modern Shoreditch office)
Remote working from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks each year
Latest tech that suits your needs: high-spec Windows machine or a MacBook
Free snacks and drinks, and regular team socials
Supportive entrepreneurial environment offering a ton of autonomy and opportunity to work on a variety of projects, technologies and industries

Join us and realise your full potential in a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your work will help shape the future.

OUR COMMITTMENT TO DEI:

At ADSP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive hiring process and believe in creating an environment where all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]

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