Job Description

Are you a looking to further develop your management career while helping to develop the skills and knowledge of an amazing group of Project Managers and Project Supports? Working in a team that value and implement a defined project management methodology to ensure project success (Predominantly Prince2 at Canon).


We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Manager to join our team at Canon. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing chargeable Project Management services to external customers. Your role will involve delivering and developing these services while maintaining and enhancing high levels of customer satisfaction.


This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about project and people management, and who are eager to develop their skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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What we give

With Canon, you'll get the support and encouragement you need to grow, from people who share your ambition. We'll invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. You'll find leaders who give you the freedom to explore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly.



At Canon we have a clear vision: to be committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable culture where employees are valued and can thrive personally and professionally.



Canon also has a strong commitment to sustainability, encompassed by our Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, focused on reducing our environmental impact and creating opportunities to make positive social contribution.


With Canon, we'll invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. You'll find leaders who give you the freedom to explore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly.


- Pay - 56,687 - 59,836 (+10% bonus)

Learning & Development - As a Company that encourages continuous learning you will always have resources and support available. Work & Home Life Balance - We support with a minimum of 25 days holiday per year, hybrid working (2 days per week from home), holiday purchase and a flexible working policy.



Diversity - We are an organisation that delivers on a global scale, striving to create a diverse and empowered workforce that reflects the communities we serve.



Health & Wellbeing - Free private healthcare, an Employee Assistance Programme, partnership with Mental Health First Aid UK with a network of mental health champions and discounted rates to Gyms


Employee discount - Up to 38% off products from our Canon store.



- Other benefits - Generous Pension, Canon Awards, Discount cards, Cycle to Work scheme, Season ticket loans - where applicable - and charity volunteer days.
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What we ask

You will be responsible for:

Operational management of the Project Office. Assess and manage project pipeline, allocating and resourcing projects to the team. Develop and maintain world-class PMO processes and drive consistent and industrialised approach to all engagements. Managing a group of Project Managers and Project Supports, coaching them to deliver excellent projects with the skills and knowledge you have built from a successful Project Management Career. Effectively manage CoS and SGA in line with budget. Maintaining your own development.
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You will need

As a Project Office Manager you will possess the following skills and expertise:

Experience working in a Project Office, and proven track record of delivering excellent customer experience. Experience managing a team. Excellent organisation skills. Exceptional communication skills and exemplary listening skills - and ability to manage project members assertively and politely to drive tasks and actions.

- Ambitious and driven - with a desire to work in a high performing team and a focus on personal KPIs and results.

Strong time management skills to manage multiple projects and your team. Project Management training - ideally Prince2 Practioner.

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Further Information

Salary - 56,687 - 59,836 (+10% bonus)


Location - Hybrid - Stockley Park, Uxbridge.


Closing date - Please apply as soon as possible.
Canon is an equal opportunity employer. Canon recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status or other protected status as required by law.