Main Description
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies. Pfizer is looking to recruit a Project Manager to support the Business Manager in various operational tasks.
| Qualifications required |
5 GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) including mathematics and English. You must have gained a minimum of 96 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Level subjects or equivalent |
| Salary | £20,000 per annum |
| Holiday Entitlement | 25 days per annum plus bank holidays |
| Benefit | Pension Scheme – 5% Employee, 3% Employer Contribution Casual Dress Discount Schemes Employee Assistance Programme Onsite Parking Onsite Canteen Employee Recognition Awards |
| Location | Discovery Park House Ramsgate Road Sandwich Kent CT13 9NJ |
| Working Hours | Monday – Friday Monday – Thursday – 9am – 5:25pm Friday – 9am – 4:05pm With a 45 minute lunch break each day |
| Duration | 48 Months |
| Start Date | 3rd March 2025 |
| Interview Date | 3rd February 2025 |
| Closing Date for applications | 6th January 2025 |
| To apply | To apply, fill in your information in the online form below. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on [email protected] for assistance. |
| Next Steps | Once the position has closed, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one way video interview, you will have 3 days to complete it. This will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager along with your application form to decide who is brought through to the final interview. If you have any issues in applying, please contact us on [email protected] |
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Project Management Apprentice will support the Business Manager in various operational tasks, including finance analysis, procurement, data management, and compliance. This role involves coordinating activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring smooth workflows. Additionally, the apprentice will assist in project planning and execution, gaining hands-on experience in business management and project management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and scheduling of project activities.
- Coordinate and track project tasks to ensure timely completion.
- Maintain and update project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and reports.
- Support the preparation of project status reports and presentations.
- Communicate with team members and stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.
- Identify and escalate any issues or risks to the Business Manager.
- Participate in project meetings and take detailed minutes.
- Assist in the development and implementation of project management processes and tools.
- Conduct finance analysis and support procurement activities.
- Manage data, including data validation and ensuring data accuracy.
- Maintain and update organizational charts and headcount records.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Follow up with team members and stakeholders to ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables.
Skills required
- Ability to adapt to an ever-changing business environment
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly to change
- Ability to generate creative and innovative ideas
- Enthusiasm and pro-active attitude
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Technical awareness
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Personal Qualities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High level of attention to detail
- Adaptable, with a willingness to learn`
- Self-motivated
CAREER PROGRESSION
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business.
ABOUT COMPANY
You’re the future. Your ambition, talents, ideas and unique way of looking at the world will help us drive innovation in every part of our business.
At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products, including innovative medicines and vaccines. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time.
We need people with a hugely diverse range of talents. “Love Science? Want to work on the business side? Get stuck into an apprenticeship to launch your career.
Pfizer’s apprenticeship scheme, run in partnership with Cogent Skills, offers the best of both worlds. You’ll work with world-leaders in your field, from researchers to business gurus. You’ll study towards a nationally recognised academic or professional qualification. And all the time, you’ll be earning a highly competitive salary.
Looking for an alternative to college or university, where you can earn while you learn, and build experience with a global leader? Find it at Pfizer.
TRAINING TO BE DELIVERED
Qualification: BSc Project Manager
Apprenticeship standard: Project Manager Level 6
Training provider: Cumbria University
Delivery Model: Online
ADDITONAL INFORMATION
The apprentice must be able to demonstrate the required attitudes, behaviours and interpersonal skills associated with the professional workplace. The apprentice must be willing to commit an amount of personal time to study. Please ensure you check out travel options to be able to commute to the workplace.
