Project Coordinator
Contract Length: Initial 4-Month Contract
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: 40 hours per week
Employment Type: PAYE
Pay rate: £244.40 - £271.56
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator to support a busy project delivery team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coordinating multiple priorities, and excels at stakeholder communication.
As a key member of the team, you will help manage incoming project requests, understand each project that comes through to ensure the work is allocated effectively, and maintain visibility across the project intake process. You will play an important role in supporting operational efficiency and ensuring high-priority requests are handled appropriately.
Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager
- Monitor and manage incoming project requests and enquiries.
- Validate business and customer requirements during the intake process.
- Engage with stakeholders to gather information and clarify requests.
- Assign work to the appropriate project managers or technical resources.
- Maintain oversight of project intake queues and workflows.
- Escalate urgent or high-priority requests when required.
- Support workload balancing and resource allocation across the team.
- Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of requests and activities.
- Deliver a high standard of customer service and stakeholder support.
Required Skills & Experience
Essential Skills
- Event Coordination, Organisation & Prioritisation
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a structured manner.
- Customer & Stakeholder Communication
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Problem Solving
- Ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement practical solutions in a timely manner.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- A customer-focused mindset.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Confidence in managing and prioritising a high volume of requests.
- A proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Success Factors
Candidates who are successful in this role will be able to demonstrate:
- Customer focus and commitment to delivering excellent service.
- A results-driven approach.
- The ability to act quickly and effectively when priorities change.
- High standards of quality and continuous improvement.
Interview Process
- Two-stage interview process.
- Opportunity to discuss previous coordination, stakeholder management, and problem-solving experience.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a large, fast-paced project environment, working alongside experienced project and technical teams. You'll have the chance to develop your coordination, stakeholder management, and operational delivery skills while contributing to the success of key business initiatives.