Project Manager

Project Manager - Remote based with UK travel - ARD1066078Purpose of the Role

We have ambitious growth plans with a significant element of that growth coming through acquisition. Our Integration & Change team are at the forefront of this, and form part of a larger team of Project Managers and Business Analysts. Our projects are always varied and allow you to gain experience and develop your skills in new areas. It is a fast-paced environment which brings challenges and successes. Teamwork is key, and we work collaboratively as a team, and with colleagues from across the business, to achieve results.

The focus is on planning, ensuring a rational schedule of work is defined and controlled, that resources/roles are aligned, and that high-quality results are achieved.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to be a key part of our change team. If you are looking for variety and challenge and have an exceptional track record of project management delivery, then we could be the right place for you.

As a Project Manager in our business you will play a lead role in the day-to-day project management of a variety of strategic business change projects with a focus on planning and executing all aspects of delivery including all related workstream project activities, stakeholder communication from initiation to full business delivery.

You will have:

• A proven track record of project delivery in an environment of equivalent pace and complexity, leading projects through their full life cycle to meet the project objectives within scope, budget, and schedule constraints.
• Excellent knowledge of project management delivery methods and frameworks, and programme and project governance and controls.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels, including with our Executive team. Working collaboratively with Senior Leaders across all Ardonagh segments to effectively shape the delivery of all change projects into relevant business areas.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, drive, and initiative.
• Detail focused, able to deliver all work to Project Management policy and standards, and administer, facilitate, and manage appropriate project processes and documentation – including project change management, project planning and scheduling, and risk/issue management.
• Exceptional skill at coordinating all internal work streams ensuring consistency, quality and challenging any anomalies.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• The ability to naturally negotiate, influence, challenge, and gain commitment, with broad business perspective and acumen.

In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are:

• Holiday entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family
• Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects
• Pension scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire
• 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family’s physical and mental wellbeing
• Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more
• One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities
• Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community
• The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business.

We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch.

Ardonagh Group is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.

Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please.

Why not check us out on LinkedIn or speak to one of our team to find out what life’s really like with The Ardonagh Group family.