Did you know that Leek Nub News has its very own local Jobs page?

We want to support local people and businesses, and our Jobs page contains all the latest job listings in Leek and its surrounding towns, with more information about each role and how you can apply.

Do you need a new job, or are you just interested in browsing all the latest listings? We are pleased to announce that we are launching a new Job of the Week series!

Each week we will be selecting one of the most interesting local roles available in the Leek area right now.

This week's is a Project Manager role with an unnamed company in Leek, and pays between £50,000 - £55,000 per year.

More information about this role and many more is available on our own Jobs page.

Here's what's been said about it...

"I am currently recruiting for a Project Manager for a successful organisation based in Leek.

"The business is currently on a journey to deliver an ambitious programme of change which will contribute to its overall strategy.

"Projects include increasing digital capability, ensuring the right IT and Infrastructure is in place and driving business efficiencies to ensure delivery of regulatory change.

The Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of projects and will have proven experience of Scope and Schedule management, Risk and Issue management, Finance and cost control management, Resource and people management and test and release management.

"Responsibilities include; Clearly and thoroughly identifying the scope of the project(s), identify and schedule work required, Identify resourcing needs, Day-to-day management of the project and testing activities. It is essential that you have strong stakeholder management experience.

"The Project Manger will have experience in change management, project management and process improvement methodologies.

"Proven experience delivering complex projects including technical deliveries and managing test cycles, successfully delivering projects to time, cost, and quality.

"You will have experience in different project management approaches e.g. agile and waterfall and hold a Professional qualification in project management, such as APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or another recognised qualification (e.g. Prince2 or PMP).

"Ideally you will have experience delivering projects within Financial Services, preferably including mortgage projects.

"If you have the required skill set and you are ready for a challenging new opportunity, please apply online today."

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