Junior Project Manager

We are seeking a talented full-time Junior Project Manager to join our Project Management team.

The Junior Project Manager will have a key role within our project life-cycle, encompassing both internal project coordination and client‑facing project management responsibilities. The role will be to support the project management team in delivering a variety of project types, including animation, print, and interactive projects (such as VR, AR, MR) across a wide range of therapeutic areas. This role focuses on learning the fundamentals of project management and Random42's capabilities by working under the guidance of senior project managers to help deliver exceptional work and develop the skills to manage projects with increasing autonomy. A successful person in this role is proactive, organised, and an excellent communicator. Their day will be a blend of supporting the team, managing their own tasks, and actively learning.

A day in the life of the successful candidate will include:

• Managing a variety of animation, multi‑deliverable & image projects, ensuring the process is smooth, efficient, and successfully meets all project milestones and the client's brief.
• Ensuring project deadlines are met and generating feasible timelines to do so.
• Collaborating with internal Science and Production teams to deliver accurate and compelling content.
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain briefs, deliver updates on project progress, manage feedback, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Supporting senior team members with project tasks, including quality control and proofreading.
• Managing project administration, including organising files and updating internal systems.
• Driving projects through Med‑Legal Review via platforms such as Veeva.
• Keeping the project coordination team and their line manager informed of project progress and any potential challenges.
• Problem solving roadblocks in projects for the team, with the support of their line manager.
• Proactively identifying and flagging any changes to the project scope.

Skills & Qualifications:

• A BSc and/or MSc in a scientific discipline is required.
• 0‑1 years of experience in a client‑facing, coordination, administrative, or related role. (Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.)
• An interest in the pharma, biotech, or medical communications landscape.
• Eagerness to learn about project management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with standard office software (MS Office, Google Suite).
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills; verbal and writing.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Clear communication, level‑headed and diplomatic approach.

About Random42:

Random42 consists of scientists, artists, animators and programmers, who collaborate to effortlessly intertwine the worlds of science, art and technology, producing some of the most impactful scientific imagery, stories and interactive experiences. We are continuously expanding our hardworking and dedicated team, striving to improve on quality year‑on‑year and maintain our position as a global leader.

About Our Work:

Medical animation serves at the core of our work and our scientific storytelling and drug visualization help form the foundation of a pharmaceutical marketing campaign. We have produced work for a variety of pharmaceutical companies, ranging from small pharma and biotech companies, to huge global pharmaceutical giants. We have also worked extensively in the areas of consumer health, medical devices and diagnostics tests, animal health, in addition to collaborating with the film industry to develop various documentaries that can be seen in IMAX theatres globally. We work with the world's leading healthcare and pharmaceutical companies, so a passion for science and a strong academic background is preferred. Strength in communication for direct customer relationships is also preferred.

A Little Bit About Our Culture:

From very early in their Random42 career, we encourage people to have autonomy and urge them to present their own fresh ideas. We ensure we provide a supportive environment while also giving our people the room they need to succeed in their role on their own. This contributes to an engaged workforce, who are aspiring to take the next step in their career with Random42. Progression of our people is based on observing their progress in terms of performance, and equipping them with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take the next step. The most common feedback from both new starters and exit interviews is how friendly, welcoming and supportive our team is. People treat each other with respect, real friendships and positive working relationships are formed, and our team enjoy spending time together at company social events. We want our team to feel comfortable at work so that they can be as happy and productive as possible. We have a relaxed dress code. We encourage employees to be their authentic selves and bring their personality with them to work. This contributes to the happy environment we are so proud of. Our central offices have been designed to incorporate dedicated high spec social areas including open plan kitchen, dining area and a roof terrace to encourage colleagues to relax together and engage with each other. We understand the importance flexible working can play in retaining people and making them feel supported. We have implemented a hybrid working policy to promote a better work‑life balance for our team. We also consider any formal or informal individual flexible working requests thoroughly and fairly and do what we can to support these where possible.

Working Location:

During the initial 3‑month probation period, you will be expected to work from our Marylebone office 5 days a week. The office is easily accessible from a number of public transport stations including Bond Street and Marylebone. Upon successful completion of probation period, you will be eligible to work 2 days per week from home, which will vary each week according to our hybrid working rota which you can view in advance. If you have commitments outside work which mean you would benefit from having two fixed days from home, such as childcare drop offs or collections, then you will be able to submit a request to make this change to your working location pattern.

Random42 Benefits & Perks:

• Hybrid Working (2 days per week from home after successful completion of probation period)
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Company pension
• Calm Premium Membership
• WeCare Digital Health & Wellbeing Service
• Medicash health benefit & EAP service
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Cycle scheme
• Indoor cycle park
• Showers
• Centrally located office with roof terrace
• Free breakfast and fruit in the office
• Summer / Christmas parties and regular socials
• Season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 2 days of charity leave per year
• Employee Referral Scheme (£1,500 if you refer someone who joins the team - payable after they have been here for three months)

Working hours:

Our standard working hours are Monday - Friday 10:00 - 18:00 (35 hours per week plus one‑hour unpaid lunch break per day). Unless otherwise specified, these will be the contracted hours for the role.

Responding to applications:

We would ideally like to reply to everyone individually, however, due to the volume of applications we receive this isn’t possible. We will, therefore, focus on successful candidates. If your application is not successful in this instance, but you would like us to retain your CV and contact you if a position more suited to your skills and experience arises within the next 6 months, please include this in your cover email.

Conditions of employment:

Please note that any offer of employment with Random42 will be subject to the right to work in the UK.