Junior Project Manager

Job Title: Junior Project Manager

Location: Manchester

Company: NCC Group

About Us: NCC Group is a leading cybersecurity organization dedicated to protecting businesses from digital threats. We provide innovative solutions and services to ensure the security and integrity of our clients’ data and systems.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The Junior Project Manager will assist in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent communication and organizational skills, eager to grow in project management within the cybersecurity industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in defining project scope, goals, planning, and deliverables.
2. Develop project plans and schedules.
3. Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
4. Monitor and track project progress, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within scope.
5. Report and escalate issues to management as needed.
6. Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
7. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
8. Support the project team in daily administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

1. A level education level.
2. Experience in project management or a related role.
3. A basic understanding of the cybersecurity industry.
4. Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. Awareness of project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello).

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional growth and development.
3. A collaborative and innovative work environment.
4. The chance to work on impactful projects that make a difference in the cybersecurity landscape.
5. A clear path to PM qualification.

Ways of Working:

1. Focusing on Clients and Customers.
2. Working as One NCC.
3. Always Learning.
4. Being Inclusive and Respectful.
5. Delivering Brilliantly.

Our Company:

At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. Our teams partner with clients across a multitude of industries, securing new products and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability.

What Do We Offer in Return?

We have a high-performance culture balanced with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits:

• Flexible working
• Financial & Investment
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Community & Volunteering Programs
• Green Car Scheme
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee Referral Program
• Learning & Development
• Diversity & Inclusion

So, What’s Next?

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and cover letter, and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively, send your details to global.ta@nccgroup.com.

About Your Application:

We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies. If you do not want us to retain your details, please email global.ta@nccgroup.com.

Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process.