Project Support Executive - Immediate Start

I am currently supporting an exciting organisation based in Birmingham who are looking to bring a Project Manager Assistant into their growing team on a fixed-term contract basis.

This is such a brilliant opportunity for someone who's curious about a career in Project Management and wants exposure to high-level projects, fast-paced delivery, and influential stakeholders. The team you'll be joining are responsible for delivering some major events and investment initiatives - the kind of projects that genuinely make a difference, with a lot of visibility and moving parts.

You'll be providing critical support to two senior Project Managers - helping coordinate meetings, track project actions, manage documentation, and take ownership of the central delegate lists which are coming in from a number of external stakeholders. It's a highly admin-focused role, but in the best way - you'll be learning the ropes of how a large-scale programme is delivered, giving you all the right building blocks for the next step in your career.

This role is being offered as a fixed-term contract and we're looking for someone to start immediately due to increased demand in the team. That said, the business are going through a period of incredible growth - and this opportunity has come about because of that. So while it's initially a contract, there is a genuine chance it could be extended or even become permanent for the right person.

The Role Will Involve:

• Supporting two senior Project Managers with day-to-day administration and coordination tasks
• Coordinating internal and external meetings, managing attendee lists and circulating key documents
• Attending meetings, taking accurate minutes, and tracking actions through to completion
• Updating project documentation including action logs, risk registers, and project reports
• Taking ownership of central delegate lists, ensuring they're kept accurate and up to date
• Supporting with the creation of event materials, presentations, and briefings
• Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely communication
• Providing general team support during key delivery periods - particularly around event planning

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience coordinating tasks or working in a project support, business support, or similar role
• A confident personality and the ability to push back professionally when priorities need to be adjusted
• A real interest in Project Management and a desire to grow in this field
• Excellent Excel skills - confident working with spreadsheets, data logs, and formatting
• Strong organisational skills - able to manage multiple tasks and keep things moving
• Clear, professional communication - written and verbal
• Someone proactive, calm under pressure, and comfortable managing their own workload
• Experience using project management tools (Trello, MS Project, Asana etc.) would be beneficial, but not essential

In Return:

• Flexible hybrid working (typically 1-2 days per week in the Birmingham office)
• Flexible hours with a genuine give and take culture - some days will be busier than others, and that's balanced with quieter periods
• A rare opportunity to support high-impact, public-facing projects from behind the scenes
• Hands-on experience that will truly boost your career if you're exploring a move into Project Management
• Friendly, supportive team who want you to succeed and grow

Summary:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's highly organised, confident communicating with senior teams, and interested in building a career in Project Management. If you're someone who thrives on structure, loves a good spreadsheet, and wants to be part of something exciting - this could be your next step.

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