Informa

Project Manager - Consulting

Informa$90K — $120K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications like PRINCE2 or PMP with multi-stakeholder project management experience.
  • Hands-on experience with systems implementation, especially in finance.
  • Strong knowledge of change and risk management principles.
  • Customer-centric mindset with experience in matrix organizations.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the complete project lifecycle from planning to execution and transition.
  • Validate business cases and manage budgets to ensure financial viability.
  • Ensure efficient allocation and tracking of project resources and budgets.
  • Conduct risk assessments to evaluate impact and readiness for change.
  • Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and promote collaboration.
  • Manage third-party vendors and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and contribute as a role model within the PMO.

Benefits

  • Inclusive workplace environment that values diversity.
  • Encouragement to apply even if not all qualifications are met.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you ready to lead transformative projects that drive Omdia's success? We're seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO) team. In this role, you'll take ownership of consulting and strategic initiatives that are critical to our business growth and innovation.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you'll oversee the full lifecycle of high-impact projects-from planning and execution to risk management and business change activities. Acting as the driving force behind project delivery, you'll ensure alignment with company policies while delivering exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders. Your ability to balance strategic priorities with commercial considerations will be key to driving value and achieving business objectives.

What You'll Do
  • Lead Projects: Manage projects from initiation to completion, including planning, execution, risk tracking, reporting, and transitioning into business-as-usual operations.
  • Commercial Focus: Validate business cases, manage budgets, and ensure benefits realization, demonstrating a strong understanding of financial and commercial drivers.
  • Resource & Budget Management: Oversee project resources and budgets, ensuring efficient allocation and tracking to maximize value.
  • Risk & Readiness Assessments: Conduct risk assessments to evaluate change impact and organizational readiness across people, processes, and technology.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and time zones.
  • Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party vendors, contractors, and contracts in compliance with company policies.
  • Team Leadership: Act as a role model within the PMO, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and development.


Qualifications
  • Project Management Expertise: Professional qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent, with proven experience managing projects across multiple stakeholders and regions.
  • Systems Implementation Experience: Hands-on experience in systems implementation, especially during testing and rollout phases, with knowledge of finance systems being highly desirable.
  • Change & Risk Management: Strong understanding of change management, risk management, and stakeholder needs analysis.
  • Customer-Centric Mindset: A collaborative approach with the ability to work positively in a matrix organization and deliver exceptional service.
  • Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication, negotiation abilities, and the capacity to engage diverse audiences.
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Smartsheets, Teams, and established project management software.


Additional Information

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.

About Informa

Informa is a publishing and events company that provides information and services to businesses and professionals. The company's products include books, journals, and online databases. Informa also organizes conferences and exhibitions in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in London, England. Informa has offices in more than 30 countries.
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