Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Tamworth. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as an Assistant Project Manager on a full-time permanent basis Culture and Environment Become part of a vibrant, supportive team in an engaging, collaborative environment. Our client is committed to your growth, offering thorough training to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in your new role. The workplace boasts a modern, innovative design with a striking interior that creates a truly impressive atmosphere. Fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture. Personality You will support and manage project activities end to end for critical internal projects designed to enhance the day-to-day operations. We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, driven and forward thinking to work alongside the project manager to improve processes and departments. If you are Prince2 Qualified and are looking for an opportunity to gain growth and add value then we want to talk to you Package and Benefits Monday to Friday 9:00am 3:30pm Pension 3% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution, 1% tax relief, pensions advisor to visit the site twice a year Healthcare All employees are entitled to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme from day one, providing a free 24hr confidential helpline on various issues. On completion of the 6-month probationary period, healthcare cash plan is available Holiday Entitlement 23 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays. After 3 years service this increases to 24 days plus BH and at 6 years service it increases again to a maximum of 25 days plus BH. After completing 6-month probationary period, all employees are entitled to up to 5 days unpaid annual leave in addition to their paid allowance. This is pro-rata in the first part year, following probation. Life Assurance 2x annual salary Free onsite parking Incredible core company values Job Role: Collaborating with the Project Manager to meticulously plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to ensure timely delivery Monitoring project progress and deadlines Proactively identifying and addressing any deviations to keep projects on track and within budget Preparing thorough project documentation, including comprehensive scope documents, compelling business cases, detailed project plans, insightful status reports, and accurate meeting minutes Facilitating seamless communication and collaboration between project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors to foster alignment and drive project success Tracking 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 minimize project disruptions and maintain momentum Contributing to the continuous improvement of project management practices by actively supporting the implementation of best practices and process enhancements Skills and experience: Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a Project Management role PRINCE2 certification or equivalent project management qualification required Strong organisational, multitasking, and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high-quality documentation and reporting Proven ability to manage project tasks independently, demonstrating initiative and proactive problem-solving Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and project management software tools. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Enthusiastic, proactive, and detail-oriented Ability to independently manage tasks and small project phases Adaptability and willingness to grow within project management disciplines Proven experience in project management/ planning Experience creating detailed project documentation Proficiency with project management software Excellent telephone manner and client facing experience Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office 365, ERP and WMS platforms Driving Licence Prior experience working in multi-site or cross-functional project teams A basic understanding of security and data privacy principles Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Oakley Recruitment to contact you and retain your details. In compliance with the regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Oakley Recruitment will require proof of identification. A copy of your passport, birth certificate and NI number will be required, as part of your interview process.