Job Description

Project Assistant/ Administrator
Location: Manchester, Warrington or Derby with Hybrid working available.

Why this role matters
We need you to join us as a Project Assistant, supporting the Head of Programme - Generic Product Development (GPD) to embed programme delivery approaches, consistent governance, and effective project management processes across the organisation.
You'll play a key part in ensuring high?quality reporting, well?structured programme planning, efficient administration, and seamless stakeholder collaboration across the Programme Directorate and wider business.

What you'll be doing
We need you to:
Programme SupportSupport the development and maintenance of the integrated programme plan. Work closely with PM teams, tracking progress against milestones and non?negotiable initiatives. Collate and validate programme?level data to support decision?making.

Governance & ReportingCoordinate Programme Board inputs, agendas, minutes and action tracking. Support the production of dashboards and reports (Power BI, Excel). Maintain document repositories and manage version control.

Administrative SupportArrange workshops, reviews, meetings and calendar coordination. Support onboarding of new team members in P3M processes and tools. Assist with SharePoint and collaboration platforms.

Process & Tool SupportHelp ensure compliance with P3M frameworks, templates and governance standards. Support updates in SAP, Workday and other delivery systems. Contribute to continuous improvement and data integrity initiatives.

Programme GeneralContribute to stakeholder management, requirements capture and embedding solutions that improve programme delivery.

What you'll bring
There's no such thing as a perfect candidate--if you meet around 75% of what we're looking for, please apply
You'll bring experience in:Working in a project or programme delivery environment, contributing to monthly drumbeats and reporting cycles. Understanding levels of enterprise data and adapting reporting for different audiences. Integrating data, analysing performance and telling the "story" behind programme information. Applying practitioner?level knowledge of risk, schedule, change and cost. Managing stakeholder relationships across a complex matrix environment. Driving collaboration, behaviours and continuous improvement in multi?disciplinary teams. Contributing to system improvements and cross?functional data flows.

Training & Qualifications
We're looking for someone who has:A degree or equivalent experience. Strong Microsoft 365 skills. Experience within a programme delivery environment in infrastructure or similar sectors. Membership of a relevant professional body or working towards it. Experience in collaborative roles focused on behaviours, culture, and engagement.

Who you'll work with
You'll work directly with:The Head of Programme - GPD Programme Directorate teams Engineering, Finance, HR and cross?functional delivery teams External suppliers (including occasional support with SAP Ariba and procurement tools)

About you
You're someone who:Communicates clearly and adapts to different audiences Enjoys structured work and problem?solving Collaborates naturally across teams and functions Is proactive, organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities Is excited by shaping and improving programme delivery environments

What we will offer you;28,000 - 38,000 salary 2,200 benefits allowance Up to 7% bonus 28 days holiday + public holidays Standard RR?SMR pension up to 12%

Ready to apply?
If you're motivated by impactful programme delivery, collaboration and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
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Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

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