Associate Project Manager

Job description

Job responsibilities

With over 25 years' experience, nearly 260 care homes, and six independent hospitals, Barchester is one of the UK's foremost care providers. Our mission is to provide the best possible care to elderly and vulnerable people, so we're growing and improving our services. The digital transformation projects scheduled across the business are a key aspect of this mission, and we have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Project Manager to join us, working to ensure the successful implementation of new customer digital technologies. This is a full time, permanent position. You will be working from home, with some travel across the UK. In recognition of your hard work and dedication, we are offering an impressive rewards and benefits package, including: Competitive starting salary of £55,000 per annum £6,500 annual car allowance 10% discretionary annual bonus Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discountsRequired experience and qualifications: Minimum of 2 years experience in project management, specifically in digital solution implementation in an operational business Ideally have PRINCE2, Agile, or other relevant project management certifications Proven track record of management and prioritisation of multiple projects Ability to engage at a senior level to secure buy-in and support and provide challenge in an effective way Ability to express specialised and complex ideas or principles to non-expert staff Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across the UK on a weekly basisRole and responsibilities: Overseeing the strategic and operational management of projects through all project phases Define and disseminate project success criteria Identify and manage project risks, developing risk mitigation plans as necessary Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget Conduct project quality assurance reviews and implement necessary improvements Develop and maintain a detailed project plan, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans Building and maintaining stakeholder commitment to the project Conduct project post reviews and create recommendations reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elementsAs the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in project management, specifically in digital solution implementation in an operational business. Ideally, you will have PRINCE2, Agile, or other relevant project management certifications. You must also have a proven track record of managing and prioritizing multiple projects, and the ability to engage at a senior level and communicate complex ideas effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

London

EC2A 1AS

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)