Executive Project Manager (Part-Time)

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We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Project Manager to join Jacada on a fractional basis. This is a key role supporting our Managing Director (MD) and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) by providing hands-on management for critical business projects and strategic initiatives. You will be responsible for driving the day-to-day progress of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and facilitating effective communication amongst stakeholders. What You’ll Be Doing Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day management and execution of a portfolio of diverse projects assigned by the MD and SLT. Take primary responsibility for moving projects forward, coordinating resources, managing timelines, and ensuring key milestones are achieved (Note: Ultimate project accountability remains with the sponsoring SLT member). Act as a central point of contact and communication bridge between the SLT, project teams, and other internal/external stakeholders. Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, escalating critical concerns and proposing solutions. Track project progress meticulously and provide clear, concise, and regular status updates and reports to the MD and SLT using any project management tools that are necessary. Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and discussions, ensuring clear objectives, documentation of decisions, and follow-up on actions. Assist the SLT in defining project scope, objectives, timelines and success metrics where needed. Troubleshoot operational and project-related challenges, employing strong problem-solving skills. Ensure project documentation is maintained appropriately. Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the SLT by ensuring their key initiatives are well-managed and progressing. Required Skills & Experience: Significant proven experience in project management, successfully delivering a variety of projects. Exceptional organisational skills with a demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a part-time capacity. Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with specific experience engaging, influencing, and communicating effectively with senior executives (C-suite/Director level). Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive and resourceful approach. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly to different audiences. Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and initiative. Proficient in using project management methodologies and tools (please specify any essential tools if applicable, e.g., Asana, Jira, MS Project). Comfortable working in a dynamic, potentially fast-paced environment. High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity. Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in travel, luxury, or a similar industries. Previous experience thriving in a fractional, interim, or senior part-time role. Experience implementing new processes or contributing to operational improvements. Personal Attributes: Highly organised, detail-oriented, and methodical. Collaborative and adept at building strong working relationships. Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. Results-focused with a commitment to quality delivery. A strategic thinker who can also manage tactical execution. What We Offer: A unique opportunity to make a significant impact by working directly with the leadership team on strategic projects. The flexibility of a fractional/part-time working arrangement. Exposure to diverse and challenging projects across the business. A collaborative and supportive work environment based in London. A competitive pro-rata salary / day rate commensurate with experience. Interview Process 1st Stage: Introduction Phone Call with the Recruitment and People Coordinator Task and 2nd interview stage Virtual interview with the Managing Director and a member of the Senior Leadership Team Task to be completed during the interview to asses project and stakeholder management. Reflection and review of task Full details TBC Reports to: Managing Director Working Hours: 2 days per week, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please note that due to project requirements, one of these working days must be a Thursday. UK-based: Hybrid with access to London office Closing Date: 17th of July (Subject to the volume of applications) Start Date: September 1st 2025 Salary: £58,000 FTE, pro-rata (equivalent to £23,000 per annum based on part-time hours) #J-18808-Ljbffr

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