As a global leader in speciality chemicals and FTSE100 company, we continue to succeed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable and high-performance solutions. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. We have an exciting new opportunity for an IT Project Coordinator to join us for 12-18 months within the Group IT Applications team at Croda. As an IT Project Coordinator, you will work collaboratively with key stakeholders across Product Stewardship, Regulatory, Supply chain and IT to support projects relating to the management of Raw Material & Product Data across Crodas product portfolio. You will assist the Project Manager with daily coordination, project planning, communication, and progress reporting. You will prioritise technical challenges and apply problem-solving to develop effective solutions. Creativity is essential for leveraging solutions for optimal outcomes. The ideal candidate will establish effective communication and relationships with all project stakeholders. Decision-making will be crucial to ensure compliance with scope and other requirements. The candidate will make day-to-day decisions and escalate major issues / risks to the Project Manager, providing impact assessments and recommended approaches where possible. Remote applicants will also be considered for this role. Benefits Package: The successful candidate will receive a competitive benefits package including: Defined benefit pension scheme with death in service benefit 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays) Private medical insurance Free lunch in on-site restaurant Access to share plans Cycle to work scheme Car leasing scheme Retail platform benefits Free car parking on Croda sites Our ideal person As a business, its really important to us that we find the best person for the job and that you have the best opportunity to succeed in the role. To help, we have outlined our expectations for the role and what core skills and experiences we require as well as what would make you an ideal fit. In turn, we hope this helps you evaluate if this is the right job for you. Essentials: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities Strong understanding of project management principles Basic understanding of database systems and data governance processes Ability to navigate technical challenges and suggest practical solutions Critical thinking for assessing impacts and recommending changes Facilitation skills to assist in meetings and discussions Ability to produce accurate documentation and track / prioritise project progress meticulously Personal attributes: Open mindset Must be results oriented, and demonstrate a Get things done and hands-on mentality Act decisively and take responsibility Think broadly and act end-to-end at company level Collaborative attitude and build relationships at various levels Desirables: Willingness to skill-up very quickly Ability to work under pressure Previous experience in chemical industry / project coordination