Junior Project Manager - Data and Information Maturity Programme

Job Title: Junior Project Manager – Data and Information Maturity Programme Day Rate: £250 per day Location: London or Birmingham (1 day in the office per week) Contract Type: 6 months Overview: The Data and Information Maturity Programme is entering its third phase after 18 months of progress. The programme's goal is to elevate the organisation's data capabilities to Level 4 Maturity , treating data as a strategic asset and embedding a data-driven culture throughout the organisation. The next phase focuses on critical areas like Information Asset Management, Master Data Management, Document Management, Archiving & Retention, and Analytics/AI. The Junior Project Manager will support the continued implementation of these deliverables, coordinating various workstreams to help achieve further maturity in the targeted areas. Key Responsibilities: Support Project Delivery: Assist the Senior Project Manager in the execution and embedding of Phase 3, ensuring the progress from previous phases continues to mature. Project Planning: Help develop, update, and maintain project plans to align with the overall goals of the Data Maturity Programme. Administrative Support: Organize and schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes for governance or data quality assessments. Task Management: Oversee smaller project workstreams, ensuring tasks are completed on time and resources are appropriately allocated. Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners to ensure consistent alignment and smooth execution of programme objectives. Risk and Issue Management: Identify potential project risks and issues, supporting mitigation efforts to ensure deliverables are met within scope. Documentation and Reporting: Ensure project documentation is updated and progress is tracked. Prepare reports and presentations for senior stakeholders detailing project achievements and milestones. Required Skills and Expertise: Project Management Experience: 1-2 years of experience in project management or coordination, ideally within data or IT-related projects. Data Management Knowledge: Familiarity with data governance, information management, or data-related initiatives is preferred. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and project reporting. Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple workstreams and project deliverables simultaneously. Problem-Solving: Capable of identifying project risks/issues and supporting their resolution. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of MS Project for planning and tracking tasks. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to support a high-impact programme that is central to embedding a data-driven culture within the organisation. If you are looking to grow your project management skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience in project management and data-related initiatives to [Insert Contact Information]. 4o