Project Manager - IT Retail
Institute of Communication
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead technology and retail projects across the UK and ROI at Institute of Communication.
Project Manager - IT Retail | 6-Month Contract
Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week on-site in Fareham.
Start: ASAP.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver assigned projects/workstreams end-to-end, ensuring timelines and outcomes are met.
* Maintain RAIDD and action logs, managing risks, issues, and dependencies.
* Work with Product Owners to understand roadmap impacts and support decision‑making.
* Use a collaborative 'test and learn' approach when working with third parties and SaaS providers.
* Track progress, ensuring clear ownership and accountability across teams.
* Manage cross‑functional and third‑party dependencies to keep delivery on track.
* Provide regular reporting and updates to senior stakeholders.
* Lead meetings, workshops, and cross‑team collaboration.
* Follow PMO frameworks and maintain accurate portfolio reporting.
* Run lessons‑learned sessions and support ongoing process improvements.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Project Manager within the Retail Sector.
* Strong knowledge of RAIDD management, governance processes, and project controls.
* Experience collaborating with third parties and delivering projects involving SaaS solutions.
* Ability to work confidently across both agile and waterfall delivery methodologies.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills, with strong adaptability and effective time management.
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
* A hands‑on, proactive approach with the ability to identify issues early and drive effective mitigation.
* Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and M365 (Teams, SharePoint, Office).
Details
* Contract: Initial 6 months
* Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35) depending on experience
* Location: Hybrid / Fareham
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