Senior Project Manager

McCann • Macclesfield (Prestbury), United Kingdom
ID 3592 Job Description SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
About Us...
Ghosts. A swimming pool. Two adorable kittens. At McCann Manchester, it’s fair to say we’re a little different.
Here the people make the agency, they are what makes our work so unique. That’s why we’re on the look-out for the people who can contribute to creating great work. We’re a creative agency spread across eight acres of countryside in Cheshire, and the rumours are true, we also have a pub, bistro and gym all on-site. McCann Manchester is a big family - the largest integrated agency in the UK in fact.
We work with some of the UK’s most interesting brands and we’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to come and join us. Armbands optional.
The Part You’ll Play as Senior Project Manager…
We're looking for an experienced Project Manager who’s used to bringing major client projects to a successful conclusion within the realm of advertising or retail marketing.
Specifically duties will include:
Responsible for the successful development and implementation of multiple, complex client solutions
Effectively planning, problem solving and delivering quality with little supervision
Manage multiple large-scale integrated creative projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Create and manage project scope documents and schedules/project plans
Lead projects with cross-functional teams including creative, strategy, technology and production
Interact and collaborate using expert knowledge, with internal and external stakeholders
Previous advertising agency experience, specifically cross-channel project management experience.
Experience managing projects from start to finish, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, within budget.
An integrated marketing communications background working with corporate brands.
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
Highly developed organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
As a disability confident employer we guarantee an interview to any disabled person meeting the minimum criteria
Nice to have’s
It would be advantageous to have worked on a retail client project previously with lots of stakeholders
Experience handling large volumes of work and working to tight, fast deadlines
As Senior Project Manager You’ll Have Access To…
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A competitive financial and benefits package and a culture ideally suited to those who enjoy pursuing personal career development.
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The opportunity to work within the largest integrated agency in the UK, in stunning surroundings, with specialist departments including, animation, video production, planning, digital creative and development and social media.
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An outstanding working environment that really is hard to beat. Based on an 8 acre site the four main buildings form a campus that includes a subsidised Bistro, free car parking, free access to an onsite gym and an outdoor heated pool (for when the weather gets warmer!).
The Truth…
Working with McCann will be a journey, it’ll be both fun and challenging. We want you to grow with us, and create work our clients will be excited about and work you will feel proud of.
For more information on our Senior Project Manager role, click apply below.
McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. McCann helps brands build the most meaningful brand platforms that drive exponential growth and leave a lasting impact on culture. Founded 100+ years ago with their own platform, “Truth Well Told”, McCann is the world’s leading advertising agency network, creating some of the most creatively and commercially impactful advertising globally. McCann is the founding unit of McCann Worldgroup marketing services company, part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG).
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