At a Glance
- Tasks: Support planning and delivery of transformation projects in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join the Post Office, a vital part of UK communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days leave, bonuses, pension, and access to 400+ online courses.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diverse perspectives and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project delivery and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Salary: Competitive plus comprehensive benefits package
Grade: 2A
Reporting Line: Programme Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid
Location: London
What to expect
As an Associate Project Manager, you will join our Transformation team and play a key role in delivering business change across the Post Office. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career Project Manager with experience in retail operations, retail transformation or a fast-paced operational environment who is looking to further develop their project management career.
You will support the planning, coordination and delivery of transformation projects and workstreams, working closely with Project Managers, Programme Managers and a wide range of stakeholders across the business. You'll help ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and aligned to our strategic objectives, while driving excellent stakeholder engagement and project governance.
This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to large-scale business change initiatives while also taking ownership of smaller projects and workstreams, allowing you to build your project management expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.
How our people behave is as important to Post Office as what is delivered. The Associate Project Manager will role model the Post Office behaviours and demonstrate a Postmaster first mindset.
What we can do for you
Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% on target bonus opportunity
- Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution
- Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme
- 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service
- Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes
- Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings
What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you'll bring experience in project delivery, operational improvement or business change within a retail or customer-focused environment, along with a passion for driving positive outcomes.
In addition to this, the ideal candidate will have:
- Experience supporting projects, change initiatives or operational improvements within a retail, multi-site or customer-focused environment.
- Strong organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and priorities.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to work across different teams and levels.
- Experience identifying and managing project risks, issues, actions and dependencies.
- A proactive, delivery-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and business change.
- An understanding of project management methodologies; Prince2 qualification or training would be advantageous.
About us
At Post Office Ltd, we’re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are. Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We’re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Guidance
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we’ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact talentacquisition@postoffice.co.uk.
We’re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.
Associate Project Manager in London employer: Post Office UK
Post Office Insurance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London where innovation and customer value are at the forefront of our mission. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and robust learning opportunities, we foster a culture of inclusivity and professional growth. Join us as we embark on an ambitious growth journey, where your contributions will directly impact our success in delivering quality insurance products to our customers.
