As Associate Project Manager for Cloud Planning & Operations, the primary focus will be successful and professional delivery for the Cloud PMO and project management life-cycle, supporting all project stakeholders in Cloud Planning & Operations or external project teams and helping Technical Program Managers and Project Managers throughout the project life-cycle.
This role is perfect for someone willing to develop and learn skills in project management, we’re looking for an individual that has interest in working in a managed cloud / Software as a Service environment (SaaS).
- An Analytical Approach: You should have a great analytical mind and extreme attention to detail, coupled with a deep understanding of development practices and workflows,
- A Collaborative Attitude: We’re looking for a candidate with natural abilities who can earn the trust of others with a collaborative style and great communication skills,
- Curiosity & Drive: You should relish challenges and have a strong instinct to drive things to completion. We’re looking for the ability and curiosity to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, influencing, facilitation, organisational, prioritisation, decision making, and conflict resolution skills,
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, excellent teamwork skills; strong analytic and critical thinking skills, able to interact effectively at all levels within IFS organisation,
- Excellent presentation skills,
- Demonstrable functional experience of project management and management tools,
- The ability to work to deadlines, understanding the value and importance of milestone achievement,
- Previous experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ServiceNow, Jira Cloud would be an advantage,
- Knowledge of PRINCE2 and Agile framework methodologies,
Additional Information
IFS FACT
IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. The industry expertise of our people and solutions, together with commitment to our customers, has made us a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector. Our team of 4,000 employees supports more than 10,000 customers worldwide from a network of local offices and through our growing ecosystem of partners. For more information, visit: IFS.com
- Ensure project quality and the correct use of PRINCE2 and Agile Methodologies to include overall project planning with Cloud PMO Program Managers,
- Execute measurement process related to project activities, be responsible for tracking projects progress and carry out administrative tasks to manage the project work,
- Provide support to the Cloud PMO operations and project management for ongoing improvement, roadmap, and planning process,
- Provide support for Cloud Planning & Operation activities with helping to clarify costs and resources planning, dependencies, risks, and milestones,
- Manage relationships with cross-functional project partners/service providers,
- Support and collaborate to Communication & Enablement strategy within the Project Management Lifecycle,
- Prepare for regular leadership update meetings (e.g., Cloud PMO Steering Committee).