Project Management Coordinator

💫 Company | Banking

🧢 Role | Project Management Coordinator

📍 Based | West End of London

💰 Salary | £35,000 – £45,000

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Coordinator to play a key supporting role in the successful delivery of projects. You will assist project managers and teams by handling administrative tasks, coordinating resources, tracking progress, and ensuring that project activities run smoothly and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities of a Project Coordinator:

• Scheduling and Planning:
• Organise meetings, set deadlines, maintain project calendars, update dashboards, and ensure timelines are met.
• Project Documentation Management:
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including project charters, plans, schedules, and risk logs. Prepare meeting minutes and ensure all records are accurate and up to date.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
• Track and report on key project metrics such as scope, budget, and schedule adherence. Prepare and deliver regular project reports, including dashboards, KPIs, and executive summaries.
• Facilitation of Project Reviews:
• Support project audits, reviews, and lessons-learned sessions to ensure continuous improvement.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management:
• Serve as a central point of contact between internal teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to share updates, gather information, and maintain alignment.
• Resource Coordination:
• Assist in the allocation of personnel, tools, and materials required for various project tasks, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Progress Tracking:
• Monitor milestones, budgets, and deliverables. Proactively flag potential delays or issues and coordinate appropriate responses.
• Problem-Solving and Risk Management:
• Help identify risks and implement mitigation strategies. Support conflict resolution and ensure the project stays on track.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile) is a plus
• Experience supporting change programmes, ideally including core system migrations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or Trello.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.