Assistant Project Manager

Scolmore Group is seeking a highly motivated, ambitious, and proactive Assistant Project Manager to join our growing Project Management Office (PMO). This role is essential in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of key projects that drive our business forward. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will support and manage project activities to help drive major initiatives like ERP/WMS implementation, while also contributing to critical internal projects designed to enhance our day-to-day operations. We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, excels at communication, and is eager to make a meaningful contribution while developing their career in project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to meticulously plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor project progress and deadlines, proactively identifying and addressing any deviations to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Prepare thorough project documentation, including comprehensive scope documents, compelling business cases, detailed project plans, insightful status reports, and accurate meeting minutes.
• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration between project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors to foster alignment and drive project success.
• Track project expenses and resources meticulously, maintaining accurate records and producing insightful reports to inform decision-making.
• Champion effective risk management and issue resolution strategies, promptly escalating and resolving any challenges to minimise project disruptions and maintain momentum.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices by actively supporting the implementation of best practices and process enhancements.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in project management.
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification.
• Strong organisational and project-planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to independently manage tasks and small project phases.
• Experience creating detailed project documentation (project plans, business cases, reports, etc.).
• Proficiency with project management software
• Excellent telephone manner and client facing experience
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office 365.
• Quick learner who can learn new technologies.
• Driving Licence
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to project challenges.
• Adaptability and willingness to grow within project management disciplines.
• A basic understanding of security and data privacy principles

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in ERP or WMS platforms.
• Prior experience working in multi-site or cross-functional project teams