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Junior Project Manager

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Junior Project Manager

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeSalary: £42,700 - £64,100
Work on pioneering projects that use innovation and creativity to solve complex problems.
Our focus is the successful delivery of projects to our customers. The role of Junior Project Manager is to manage allocated small scale projects and/or work alongside a Project Manager on large scale project delivery. As a Junior Project Manager you will be working within the wider Project Management Office (PMO) team, in which we are striving to establish a centre of excellence improving our delivery through the adoption of best practice, evaluating and improving our ways of working to the benefit of our business and our customers. Your role will include managing the delivery of project outcomes, supporting the financial picture, working closely with our customers to manage expectations and deliver to time, cost and quality. Your role will also require you to work very closely with our customers and you may be deployed in a customer team. As part of this, you will be required to work in Cheltenham on a regular basis.

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This is an operational role, which requires an understanding of project management tools, and their application.. As a Junior Project Manager you will work independently across one or more delivery packages with support the PMO community and direction from a Project Manager.
Your Benefits:

Flexible working schedules - we offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Talk to us at the application stage about any scheduling preferences you may have.

Flexible Benefits Package - choose which NGUKL benefits you want to satisfy your personal needs. Core Benefits provided for you are Healthcare, Dental, Life Assurance and Pension. Benefits you can flex include Critical Illness Cover, Health Cash Plan, and Health Assessments.
Employee Incentive Programme - exceptional performance is recognized through our annual incentive programme which is awarded to top performers who excel

Career Development - opportunity for ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
Your Responsibilities:

Project Delivery
Communication and governance control
Stakeholder and Expectation Management
Quality and performance management
Project integration throughout its lifecycle
Planning with scope, cost, schedule of the contract
Reporting and analysis of project metrics
You're Experience:

Internal and external stakeholder management & communication
Experience of the Agile project management lifecycle
Understanding of Risk and issue management
Understanding of delivery to the government sector
Understanding of contract mechanisms
Exposure to working in a Defence, government or similar environment
Your Future Team:
"To me there's nothing more energising than seeing first-hand the happiness of our clients after really digging into their problems with them and wow, does a delivery manager role at Northrop Grumman enable that."
Northrop Grumman UK - Employee
We are a team of professional project managers with the sole aim to 'do what we promise' - we own the delivery of results, focused on quality outcomes.
We solve problems through 'blue sky' thinking while applying process and we focus on positivity, flexibility and ingenuity to respond to changing demands. We are proud of the work that we do.
We believe that creating a team that values diversity and fosters inclusion is essential to great performance. We know the best ideas come from diversity of thought, background, perspective, culture, gender, race, age and many other elements. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from communities currently under-represented within our industry. We treat everyone with respect and foster safe and inclusive environments.
About Our Responsibilities:
Our customers operate in unique environments which offer new and exciting challenges every day, cultivating a place where you can learn and thrive, working alongside the best minds in industry. We'll give you space to develop your career, where your ideas can shape the future of our dynamic business.
We promote collaboration to achieve more than we could imagine, together. And within a respectful and inspirational environment, we value what you say and do.
How to Apply:
Interested in our opportunity?
Yes - then simply submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by one of our expert recruiters who'll then respond advising you of the outcome and next steps for successful candidates.
Possibly, I'd like to find out more - email talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com to connect with one of our Sourcing Specialists who will be happy to support you with any enquires.
Background checks and potentially security clearance form part of the recruitment process, our team will inform you of the procedures when required.
Northrop Grumman UK:
Work with a global brand that makes a real contribution to our nation's security and future. At Northrop Grumman UK, the brightest minds come together to push the boundaries and Define Possible. As leaders in the digital transformation of Aerospace, Defence and Intelligence we are providing ground-breaking outcomes for our customers.
UK Cyber & Intelligence Business:
Our UK Cyber & Intelligence business combines modern software development approaches with a rich heritage and experience in the defence and security sectors. Our customers have complex and sensitive data and information requirements requiring a mission partner who quickly understands the context, delivering and sustaining a portfolio of challenging technology projects at scale and pace, supporting them through an ambitious digital transformation programme.
Find out more*: https://www.northropgrumman.com/careers/job-search-united-kingdom/
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

Client-provided location(s): Cheltenham, UK
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10186044
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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