Assistant Project Manager

Start your career in project management with purpose.

Are you looking for a role that offers development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference? We are delighted to be recruiting an Assistant Project Manager to join the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Coordinating Centre. This is an ideal opportunity for someone starting out in project management, with a passion for planning, organising  and making an impact.

Who are we? 

The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. Our research helps turn discoveries into new or improved treatments, diagnostics, medical technologies and services. It provides those working in the NHS, public health, global health and social care with the evidence they need to better support patients, the public and people who need care.

Further information on the NIHR can be found at: www.nihr.ac.uk . In particular, you are encouraged to review our operational priorities and to watch this introductory video .

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will support the development, planning and implementation of projects and initiatives within the Southampton Coordinating Centre and across the wider NIHR. Key tasks include:

• Producing, updating and managing project documentation to ensure smooth delivery and decision-making.
• Assisting with clear and effective communications, such as reports, presentations and updates for key stakeholders.
• Coordinating and servicing meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up on actions.
• Providing administrative support for projects, including monitoring of project plans and documentation, tracking deadlines and conducting background research.

This role will provide you with hands-on experience and exposure to project management tools and methods, offering a solid foundation for your career.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a keen interest in project management who is committed to their development. Previous experience is not essential, but we want someone who brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and a proactive mindset. You’ll need:

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage your workload.
• Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in everything you do.
• Great communication skills, enabling you to build relationships and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A flexible and problem-solving attitude when approaching  tasks, with a willingness to learn and grow.

If you’re passionate about developing project management skills and contributing to meaningful work, we want to hear from you.

What can we offer you? 

We recognise that our staff are at the heart of what we do so we make sure we look after you! As well as a generous benefits package (full details - here !), as an organisation we prioritise your wellbeing as reflected in  the Mind Workplace Wellbeing awards , where we have achieved Gold for the fifth year in a row! 

Our hybrid working approach helps you with your work life balance and offers you the chance to split your time between office and home working. We strive for cohesive and collaborative teams so our expectation is you spend around 20% of your time in the office.We also know that personal development is important and have a range of ways to support you. 

For further information/informal discussion-contact hei-peopleservices@soton.ac.uk

Interviews for this role will be held on 21st May 2025 and 22nd May 2025.

To learn more visit our website , or check out the video below:

We are anticipating a high level of interest in this post, therefore should a certain level of applications be received, the vacancy will close earlier than the advertised date.