Ref: YC46927
Sector
Type
Type Full-time, Temp/Contract/Project
Location
Location London
Salary (Annual)
A Japanese IT company is recruiting a Japanese speaking IT Project Manager to lead AWS-related projects from initiation through design, implementation, and completion. You will work closely with clients and senior management, defining project scope, managing schedules, and overseeing risk. This role may involve travel across the EMEA region.
Ref: KM46927
WORK TYPE: Hybrid working
VISA SUPPORT: Available depending on experience
TYPE: Contract
Duration: Until Dec 2026 (possible extension depending on performance and business needs)
WORKING HOURS: 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday
SALARY: £40,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience and skills)
START: January or February 2026
LOCATION: London
Main Responsibilities
* Manage projects to ensure delivery within scope, budget, and schedule
* Introduce projects and define scope to clients and stakeholders
* Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
* Prepare Statements of Work (SOW) and project plans; obtain approvals
* Manage risk logs and action items
* Identify required resources and schedule accordingly
* Track progress, milestones, and coordinate with finance
* Prepare project highlight reports for management and clients
* Conduct regular project updates
Ideal Candidate
Required:
* Experience in AWS project management or engineering (engineers without PM experience but willing to take on PM responsibilities may also be considered)
* Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English
Preferred:
* 2+ years of experience in AWS infrastructure projects, ideally including on-premise to AWS migrations
* Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
* PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent
* Knowledge or experience with SaaS, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, CI/CD, Terraform
* Experience in multi-site project delivery
* PMP certification or AWS certifications
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