Established in 1987, QBS Software provides a platform for software companies and channel resellers to increase efficiency and achieve growth. We are a technology company with a focus on software covering the enterprise, cloud and consumer markets. QBS has been named in both the annual Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 showing significant annual compound growth, and the London Stock Exchange 1000 companies to inspire Britain.
The group is headquartered in London with 7 regional offices across Europe, has recently become B Corp accredited for meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, and is also independently certified by Planet Mark as net carbon neutral.
Where great people work together we are looking for ambitious co-workers to take our business to the next level, and as an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all our employees. We believe we are stronger when we reflect the diversity in the world around us, making us more dynamic, more innovative and more competitive.
Project Manager
We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Project Manager to join our newly established Project Management Office (PMO) and play a pivotal role in delivering complex and high-impact projects across the organisation.
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-scaling, technology-driven environment and is passionate about bringing structure, clarity, and measurable outcomes to project delivery. You will work across teams and regions, driving initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, enable integration following M&A activity, and strengthen our technology ecosystem.
As part of the PMO, youll be instrumental in embedding project management best practices, leveraging Smartsheet and other enterprise platforms to ensure transparency, governance, and alignment across the business.
What Youll Be Doing:
Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic and operational projects, ensuring alignment with PMO governance, timelines, and budgets.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, RAID logs, dashboards, and reporting using Smartsheet as the primary project management platform.
Support the PMO in building project portfolio visibility and standardisation across multiple business units and regions.
Manage cross-functional project teams, coordinating resources and resolving issues to ensure project success.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and success criteria.
Work closely with Technology, Operations, and Commercial teams to support projects involving Microsoft Business Central, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Freshservice and other core business systems.
Contribute to post-merger integration projects, coordinating activities that align systems, processes, and teams across acquired businesses.
Ensure accurate and timely communication of project status, risks, and dependencies to key stakeholders and senior leadership.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimise project delivery methods, templates, and reporting standards.
Champion the use of PMO tools, templates, and best practices to foster a culture of accountability and delivery excellence.
What Were Looking For:
Proven experience in project management within a technology-led or software distribution environment.
Strong proficiency in Smartsheetincluding dashboarding, automation, and portfolio-level reporting.
Experience working with Microsoft Business Central, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and/or Freshservice.
Exposure to M&A integration projects or other complex business transformation initiatives.
Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across regions.
Proactive problem-solving mindset and a passion for operational excellence.
Understanding of PMO methodologies and frameworks, with the ability to apply governance in a practical and enabling way.
The ideal Project Manager will have the following skills and experience:
Minimum 5 years experience in a Project Management role.
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is advantageous.
Bachelors degree in business, Management, or related field preferred.
Benefits:
Attractive salary
Excellent contributory pension scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Healthcare scheme
Cycle To Work scheme
Life Cover
Online retail discounts
Full training and development programme
Mentoring opportunities
Opportunities for promotion and career progression
The role is a mix of home working and office-based days, candidates should therefore have a reasonable commute to our Alderley Edge office. Working hours 9.00am 5.30pm Monday to Friday.
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