Assistant Corporate Project Manager (Hybrid, Temporary)

About the role

This temporary position supports the London Borough of Harrow’s corporate project portfolio. Working on a hybrid schedule (two days a week in the office), you will assist senior project managers in delivering transformation programmes across the council.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination and delivery of corporate projects and programmes.
• Maintain project artefacts such as plans, action logs, risk registers and performance reports.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and communications across departments.
• Organise and facilitate project meetings, workshops and governance boards.
• Track milestones, deadlines and deliverables, and prepare status reports and briefing papers for senior managers.
• Monitor project risks and issues, escalating where appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement and organisational transformation initiatives.

Required profile

• Previous experience in project support, coordination or assistant project management.
• Strong organisational and administration skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a local authority, public sector or corporate environment is desirable.
• A recognised project‑management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM) is advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications – Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model (2 days onsite).
• Hourly rate of £19.62 (PAYE) or £25.56 under an umbrella contract.
• Temporary contract providing exposure to high‑impact council projects.