Lead Project Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Introduction
Our client is an industry leading prime supplier to the Defence industry! They are looking for a Senior Project Manager to fill a 12 month inside IR35 contract role!
You will work across the full project lifecycle. You will direct project teams and engage with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be APMP or Prince2 certified and will have experience working in Agile or Scrum environments.
You will be required on site in Cheltenham 2-3 days a week with the prospect of this role moving to fully on site.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be expected to start 3-6 months after the offer is made.
Key responsibilities
- Manage projects and directing project teams
- Work across the full project management lifecycle to ensure projects meet the needs of stakeholders
- Mange all aspects of project delivery including forecasting, planning, risk, change management and financial reporting
- Deliver projects to time, cost and quality
- Assess and evaluate project risk and advise on solutions
- Advise on standards, methods, tools, applications and processes
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders of all levels
- Ensure high standards are maintained
Skills & experience
- 5+ years’ experience in a Project Management role
- APMP or Prince2 certified
- Working experience in Agile or Scrum environments
- Ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve successful project delivery
- Excellent knowledge of project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
- Ability to work across the full project lifecycle
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Please note that the client has determined that the off-payroll working rules will apply to this assignment and therefore this contract will be run through an Umbrella Company. Income tax and primary national insurance contributions will be deducted at source from any payments made to the intermediary.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Information Technology Support Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lead Project Manager roles across Datasource's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Information Technology Support Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £75 - £80 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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