Project Co-ordinator - Abbey Wood, United Kingdom - Hymans Robertson LLP

Hymans Robertson LLP

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Abbey Wood, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are seeking to recruit a Project Coordinator to support our busy Project Management team based in our Glasgow office.

We would look at Edinburgh as well as Glasgow for location, however if based in Edinburgh occasional visits to the Glasgow office may be required.

Key responsibilities include (not exhaustive):

Supporting Senior Project Managers and Project Managers with the day to day management of a range of client projects
Supporting the development of project plans and other key project control documentation, based on agreed deliverables and timescales
Ongoing monitoring and maintenance of project documentation to ensure this provides an accurate picture of progress at any point in time
Liaising with clients and other parties to ensure project deliverables/actions are progressed/completed
Creating and updating internal team and project SharePoint sites/files; ensuring accurate version control procedures are maintained
Planning and organising project meetings, including the production and distribution of meeting agendas, supporting papers and project meeting minutes
Providing administrative support to Senior Project Managers/Project Managers at project meetings, as directed
Support client billing processes, including the timely drafting and issue of client invoices for review by Senior Project Managers/Project Managers
Ongoing development of project management knowledge, including relevant software and client servicing skills
Be flexible during high periods of activity and remain calm under pressure
Completion of certain aspects of work autonomously with limited supervision based on experience
Based on experience, possible management of less complex client projects with mínimal support from Senior Project Managers/Project Managers
Attending relevant jobrelated training/development sessions
Adhering to the firm's Information Security standards, policies and procedures
Adhering to the firm's professional and quality standards e.g. peer review process
Flexibility to travel to client meetings and other Hymans Robertson offices, should this be required
Acquiring and maintaining a solid understanding of the firm's products and services

About You:

This role will make good use of your communication and relationship building skills as you'll be dealing with a range of people, including colleagues and clients.

You'll really enjoy working as part of a team but also take responsibility for proactive planning and management of your own time.

What skills and experience do you require:

Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
Effective communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Experience in liaising directly with clients and /or other third parties
A proactive individual with a strong cando attitude and a handson approach, who works in a partnering and collaborative manner with others
Strong management, organisational and prioritisation skills to successfully meet deadlines and manage workloads
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. MS Project experience would be an advantage but is not essential
No qualifications are required, however studying for, or holding a Prince II or equivalent qualification would be an advantage
Experience of working in an employee benefits consultancy would also be advantageous.

Interested in applying?

To enjoy and succeed in this role you are likely to have experience of:

Currently working or proven experience of operating successfully in a previous project coordinator/administrator role or similar
Awareness of project management best practice and techniques
A commitment to keeping up to date with developments in this field