Job Introduction
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Company Car or Allowance
- Hybrid Working
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
As a Project Manager you will play a pivotal role, responsible for managing a portfolio of projects.
You will lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. This role requires excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills, as you will be engaging with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
You will be responsible for:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, defining clear timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
- Monitor daily project activities, adjusting as necessary to keep progress on track and mitigate risks.
- Ensure all project workstreams are delivered within scope, budget, and to high standards of quality.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Regularly engage with key stakeholders, including senior leaders and external partners, providing updates on progress, risks, and key decisions.
- Ensure effective communication across project teams to foster collaboration and alignment.
- Present regular project reports and updates to senior leadership.
Risk and Issue Management:
- Identify potential project risks early and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact.
- Escalate critical risks when needed, ensuring swift resolution to keep the project on track.
Resource and Budget Management:
- Ensure project teams have the necessary skills and resources to achieve project objectives.
- Collaborate with the Finance Lead to monitor project budgets and track expenditures, ensuring projects remain within financial limits.
- Provide forecasts for resource and budget needs aligned with broader programme goals.
Quality Assurance and Control:
- Ensure that all deliverables meet required quality standards and strategic objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Coordinate efforts across sectors and departments, ensuring project workstreams align with enterprise-wide transformation goals.
- Foster collaboration between internal teams, vendors, and external partners to achieve cohesive project delivery.
Person Specification
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing large scale, complex projects.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget and to high standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Advanced analytical skills and use of Microsoft Windows applications
- Prince 2 or equivalent (Agile/Scrum/Waterfall)
- Act with integrity, speed, and personal ownership, upholding the values of the company
About Us
Job Reference: com/1302/321800/52717817/SU
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and