Job Title: Operations Project Manager
Salary: £33,300 - £43,300
Location: Cambridge/Hybrid
Contract: Full Time/Fixed Term (12-month contract)
Do you thrive when no two days are alike? Are you keen to work across multiple departments on a variety of projects? If so, we want to hear from you!
The Strategy and Transformation Team is seeking a Project Manager to manage and execute a wide range of projects within Operations.
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
About the role
As an Operations Project Manager, you'll be at the core of our operations, driving exciting projects pivotal in improving efficiency and effectiveness across the organisation. You'll be the go-to person for ensuring our operations are agile and can meet the ever-changing needs of the business.
In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with various departments within Group Operations including Global Logistics, Property Services, Customer Services, Procurement, as well as Product Groups and other Shared Services. Your mission will be to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Coordinating the scoping, planning, building, testing, review and launch of a range of solutions to achieve Operations strategic goals.
* Socialising and approving key documents throughout the project lifecycle with a focus on the right level of information for different audiences.
* Identifying work streams, work breakdown structures and project schedules based on target outcomes.
* Managing risks, assumptions, dependencies, and the critical path of any assigned project.
* Ensuring options and decisions throughout the project focus on maximising the value and benefits of the project.
* Documenting and detailing the benefits and their owners, tracking and monitoring processes and their realisation during the project.
* Engaging stakeholders across the organisation with strong people skills.
* Presenting effectively to board-level stakeholders with outstanding communication and leadership skills.
* Being flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to tackle a variety of projects.
About you
We are looking for a dynamic and results-oriented Project Manager who knows how to empower delivery teams and get things done. You are a leader who understands the importance of collaboration and knows how to use the right tools to support and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
* A highly organised and detail-oriented professional with a passion for project management and operations.
* A proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception to completion.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
* Adept at problem-solving and thriving in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong analytical skills.
* Proficient in project management software and tools, continuously seeking to improve processes and drive operational excellence.
If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site.
Rewards and benefits
We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Group personal pension scheme
* Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
* Green travel schemes
We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location.
Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.
We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 10th November 2024 and interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 11th November 2024.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
Please note that Cambridge University Press & Assessment will not ordinarily be able to provide sponsorship for vacancies of less than 12-months in duration. Applicants must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK to be eligible for this position.
Why join us
Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics.
We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities.
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