Associate Project Manager

We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Associate Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver assigned projects on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. This role requires strong Agile/Scrum leadership, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to bridge technical teams, product owners, and business stakeholders. You will work on diverse initiatives including AI/ML projects, software development, and product development lifecycles, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Delivery:
  
  - Drive end-to-end delivery of assigned projects.
  
  - Create and maintain detailed project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, resources, and quality goals.
  
  - Ensure project milestones are achieved in alignment with sprint commitments and product roadmaps.
  
  
• Agile & Scrum Leadership:
  
  - Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  
  - Manage product backlogs in JIRA with clear prioritisation and well-defined user stories.
  
  - Track sprint progress and resolve blockers to maintain delivery velocity.
  
  
• Stakeholder & Communication Management:
  
  - Engage with product owners, data scientists, AI engineers, and business stakeholders to capture requirements and align deliverables.
  
  - Provide clear and timely communication of project updates, risks, and dependencies.
  
  - Act as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.
  
  
• Risk, Issue & Change Management:
  
  - Identify risks early, assess impact, and implement mitigation strategies.
  
  - Manage change requests following Agile and organisational change management processes.
  
  
• Quality & Documentation:
  
  - Oversee quality checks to ensure outputs meet defined acceptance criteria.
  
  - Maintain a central repository of all project documentation, sign-offs, and meeting records.
  
  - Facilitate smooth project closure and post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification).
• 3–4 years of proven experience in project coordination or management.
• Hands-on experience managing AI/ML projects, software development, and product lifecycles.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies, with proven ability to manage delivery using JIRA.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

KPIs:

• On-time and on-budget delivery of assigned projects.
• Stakeholder satisfaction ratings for communication, delivery, and collaboration.
• Sprint completion rate vs. planned commitments.
• Number of risks/issues resolved within agreed timelines.
• Quality scores and acceptance rates of deliverables.
• Completeness and accessibility of project documentation

 

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