Job Description
Junior IT Project Manager
Manchester | £35,000 – £45,000 | Hybrid | Permanent
Looking for your next step in IT project management? Somewhere you can genuinely shape systems that matter?
Harvey Nash are delighted to be partnered with an established national organisation based in Manchester growing its IT Projects & Training team and is looking for a Junior IT Project Manager to help deliver meaningful, business-wide technology change. You’ll play a visible role in modernising and improving IT services used by 1,500+ colleagues across the organisation.
This isn’t just about tracking plans, it’s about making change land well, building strong partnerships, and delivering projects that people feel the benefit of.
Key Responsibilities:
You’ll take ownership of several small to medium IT projects at the same time - some technical, some business-focused, most a blend of both.
* Lead projects from initiation through to delivery
* Keep projects on track for time, quality and budget
* Produce clear and concise documentation (PIDs, plans, board updates)
* Identify and manage risks and issues with confidence
* Run structured procurement exercises
* Build positive, professional supplier relationships
* Coordinate internal teams and third-party partners
* Support sustainability and responsible working initiatives
You’ll have support from experienced project professionals, but real accountability from day one.
Role Requirements:
We’re keen to hear from people who already have experience supporting or leading IT projects and are ready for more ownership.
You’ll likely have:
* Experience delivering small to medium IT projects involving suppliers and technical teams
* Exposure to structured methodologies such as PRINCE2
* Solid technical awareness and understanding of current IT environments
* A track record of delivering to deadlines and budgets
* The ability to build strong working relationships across all levels
* Clear, confident communication skills, able to tailor messages to different audiences
* Resilience and adaptability when priorities shift
* A genuine focus on customer service and user experience
Package and Benefits:
* £35,000 – £45,000 salary
* 30 days annual leave (plus option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
* Hybrid Working
* Generous employer pension contribution
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance & income protection
* Employee assistance programme
* Learning & development programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loans
* Retail discount scheme