Salary £38,000 - £40,000 DOE Location Coventry / Liverpool - MTC1060822 This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close in 25 days at 23:59 GMT. The Vacancy The Project Management Office is looking for an individual passionate to join a centralised PMO. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to thrive in an environment where your ability to juggle multiple tasks within a projects environment is valued. We are looking for someone experienced in a Project Support environment, where you will be able to onboard new projects, maintain governance across our project management processes, ensure excellent communication between stakeholders, deliver effective reporting and work on dynamic tasks. Main Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will be individual trained or have equivalent experience in: Onboarding new projects Maintaining and delivering a high volume inbox of project-related activities Liaise/work within sectors, effectively communicating and supporting cost effective Project Administration and Governance of the Project Management Lifecycle for a portfolio, through agreed project management methods, standards and processes Provide Assurance to the Project Management Lifecycle Effectively problem solve Project Management queries Produce reporting to senior stakeholders Ensure fluid communication between all stakeholders and harmonise project reporting to maintain consistency and clarity. Proactively alert Project Managers to project related issues – risks/budgets or schedule overruns Perform Project Health Checks/Audits Network of Knowledge forum – set up and hold meetings – sharing lessons, risk & issues, best practice for your portfolio Lead/Manage Project Management Change Initiatives Demonstrate leadership, change management and conflict resolution skills. Supporting Project managers and coordinators in the use of Microsoft Project and other project tools; specifically ensuring that project plans are kept up to date to ensure reports to senior management team are accurate Attendance and Collaboration at Monthly Sector Gate/Project reviews Person Specification Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience 2 Years Project Support/Management experience Proficiency within Dynamics D365 Proficient in Excel, and analysing data Desirable Skills/Qualifications/Experience. Member of APM or APM PFQ/PMQ preferred. What we offer you Option to buy or sell up to a week’s holiday, plus long service holidays Fully Flexible working offering Wellbeing hub incl. Vitality PMI, access to Wellbeing champions Corporate Discounts e.g. up to 50% selected gyms Financial support for Professional memberships Professional development opportunities Opportunities to join and create clubs/societies Enhanced family leave Group Income Protection Life Assurance Company Pension Scheme and access to pension advice Please note we may close this vacancy earlier than the planned expiry date should we receive suitable applications. About The MTC The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe. The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies. Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness. Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future. The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK. Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable) Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks. Competitive Salary Excellent Pension Scheme Flexible Working