Graduate Project Manager - Insurance

Job Title: Graduate Project Manager
Job Position: Project Manager Development Programme
Location: London
Starting Salary: £27,000 - £30,000
Additional Requirements: Academic background (traditional or non-traditional) in fields such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, or similar.

About Us:
Evolution is an innovative hire, train, and deploy organisation headquartered in Warrington, UK. We are proud to be the first company worldwide to achieve Investors in People platinum accreditation. With our continued growth and success, we are seeking talented and ambitious graduates to join our Project Manager Development Programme, designed to build tomorrow's project management leaders.

You will embark on a two-year tailored learning and development programme specifically designed to equip you with the skills, certifications, and experience needed to excel as a project manager. Our structured journey ensures that by the end of the programme, you will emerge as a highly capable professional with versatile project management skills, ready to make a significant impact.

Why Evolution:

Hands-On Experience: Get involved in real-world projects, working directly for some of our top-tier clients. These challenging opportunities will enhance your project management skills, grow your professional network, and provide exposure to key industries.

Continuous Learning: Begin with an intensive training programme followed by ongoing professional development. You'll earn industry-recognised qualifications in project management, data analysis, and advanced methodologies, ensuring you stay ahead in a competitive field.

Mentorship & Coaching: Benefit from one-on-one guidance from experienced project management professionals and technical trainers. You'll also be paired with a mentor from Evolution HTD who will provide insights, career advice, and support throughout your journey.

Inclusive Environment: At Evolution HTD, diversity and inclusion are part of our core values. You'll be part of a community that celebrates unique perspectives and fosters growth.

Premier Clients: Gain valuable experience working with renowned organisations across industries such as Financial Services, Retail, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Insurance, and Legal sectors.

If you're eager to develop your project management career with a company that values growth, mentorship, and opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination: Oversee and coordinate project activities to ensure smooth execution across multiple workstreams. Manage timelines, deliverables, and resources to maintain project alignment with business goals.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate clear and consistent communication between project teams and stakeholders, ensuring expectations are managed and updates are delivered on time.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify, track, and escalate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, working with teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including timelines, status reports, and key project decisions. Provide regular reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Agile/Waterfall Methodologies: Support the project management office (PMO) in implementing best practices, whether working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid environments, ensuring that project standards are maintained.
• Meeting Coordination: Schedule and facilitate project meetings, including status updates, steering committees, and post-implementation reviews.

Requirements:

• Experience: 2-4 years in project management or PMO roles, with a proven track record of coordinating project activities across multiple departments or teams.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in industries such as insurance, financial services, or technology is a plus, though not essential.
• Project Management Skills: Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall), with hands-on experience in project tracking, resource allocation, and milestone management.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or similar.
• Familiarity with PMO frameworks and tools.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Certifications like PMP or Prince2 are advantageous.