Job Description
Junior Project Manager / Business Analyst / Project Support
Location : Sheffield
Job Type : Full-Time / 3-4 days in the office
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Junior Project Manager / Business Analyst to join our team! In this dual role, you'll contribute to the success of multiple projects while ensuring business objectives are met. You’ll be responsible for overseeing project scoping, planning, execution, and delivery, as well as gathering and analyzing requirements to help shape software solutions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in project management. We are committed to providing mentoring and training to help you develop your skills in project management methodologies, empowering you to progress toward becoming an experienced Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the successful and timely delivery of projects, maintaining adherence to budgets.
* Coordinate the day-to-day operations of multiple projects.
* Identify resources and assign tasks effectively across teams.
* Keep project documents complete, up-to-date, and securely stored.
* Collaborate with customers, third-party developers, and internal teams to define and document project requirements.
* Shape and refine customer requirements, offering recommendations and alternatives for proposed solutions.
* Develop a deep understanding of customer needs to recommend effective solutions and produce high-quality requirements.
* Utilize a range of techniques (e.g., interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, storyboarding) to gather and document business requirements.
* Facilitate discussions between stakeholders to help prioritize needs and resolve conflicts, escalating issues as needed.
* Build positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure alignment and trust.
* Create and manage project plans, adjusting as necessary to meet evolving requirements and priorities.
Skills & Experience
* Experience or interest in project management and business analysis, ideally within an IT or tech-driven environment.
* Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
* Experience with requirements gathering and process mapping is a plus.
* Proficiency in project management and analysis tools (e.g., Process Flows, Project Plans).
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt to diverse stakeholder needs.
* Problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, solution-focused approach.
* Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.
* Willingness to travel as required.
* Positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
We value diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of background or experience level. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply and look forward to hearing how your unique experiences and skills can contribute to our success.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a supportive, dynamic team, apply today!