Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom
I am an aspiring Junior Project Manager currently transitioning into project delivery, bringing practical experience in leading structured initiatives, coordinating stakeholders, and driving measurable outcomes within complex environments. Throughout my career, I have worked in fast-paced settings requiring disciplined planning, milestone tracking, risk awareness, and clear communication across multiple stakeholders. I have led structured change initiatives, contributed to programme design and implementation, and managed competing priorities to ensure objectives were delivered on time and to defined standards. I recently achieved PRINCE2 Foundation certification and am working towards the APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ), strengthening my understanding of project lifecycle management, governance frameworks, risk control, and performance reporting. I am committed to applying recognised best practice while continuing to develop practical delivery experience within a formal project environment. My experience includes: • Supporting the design and implementation of improvement initiatives aligned to organisational strategy • Planning structured workstreams with defined objectives, timelines, and success criteria • Monitoring progress against milestones and adapting plans to mitigate risks • Coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain alignment and momentum • Contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities I am recognised for being highly organised, detail-oriented, and outcome-focused, with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to remain calm and structured under pressure. My goal is to develop within a Junior Project Manager role where I can contribute to delivery teams, gain hands-on project exposure, and progressively take on greater responsibility across the full project lifecycle.
Supporting the delivery of complex projects within a large financial services environment, with a focus on high-level financial management and governance. Working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with regulatory and organisational standards. Responsible for coordinating project activities, monitoring financial performance, managing budgets and forecasts, and providing clear reporting to support decision-making. Also involved in risk and issue management, stakeholder communication, and maintaining strong project controls throughout the delivery lifecycle.
have successfully completed the PRINCE2 Foundation qualification while also working towards the APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ), representing a significant step in formalising my project management knowledge and professional practice. Completing PRINCE2 Foundation has provided me with a structured understanding of project delivery, governance, and control, underpinned by the principles of continued business justification, learning from experience, and defined roles and responsibilities. I have developed confidence in applying product-based planning, managing risk proactively, and monitoring progress through clearly defined stages and tolerances. Alongside this, my ongoing work towards the APM PMQ has broadened my understanding of project management beyond a single methodology. The APM Body of Knowledge has strengthened my awareness of organisational context, stakeholder engagement, leadership, and assurance, highlighting the importance of people, culture, and professional judgement in successful project delivery. This combined learning has enhanced my ability to plan and deliver projects effectively, adapt approaches to different environments, and contribute positively to collaborative working practices.
Led the planning and delivery of structured behavioural and progression-focused initiatives within a fast-paced organisational environment, applying core project principles to drive measurable outcomes. • Designed and implemented structured intervention plans with clearly defined objectives, success criteria, timelines, and review points, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. • Monitored performance metrics and adjusted delivery approaches to mitigate risks, manage changing requirements, and ensure sustainability of outcomes. • Contributed to cross-functional meetings and stakeholder forums, supporting informed decision-making through clear communication, structured discussion, and consensus-building. • Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to manage dependencies and ensure continuity across support initiatives, particularly in relation to post-16 progression pathways. • Reviewed impact, captured lessons learned, and refined processes to improve efficiency and long-term effectiveness of delivery models. This role strengthened my experience in stakeholder management, structured planning, risk mitigation, governance alignment, and performance tracking — all directly transferable to project environments.
Led the structured delivery of programmes for 11–18-year-old cohorts, applying project management principles to improve performance outcomes and ensure alignment with organisational objectives. • Contributed to the design and implementation of curriculum change initiatives and internal improvement projects, supporting planning, execution, and performance tracking. • Developed structured intervention plans with defined objectives, timelines, and success criteria, monitoring progress and adapting delivery to mitigate risk. • Recognised for effective project delivery and stakeholder coordination during high-pressure GCSE periods, supporting Year 11 cohorts to meet critical coursework deadlines and milestone targets. • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration through meetings and stakeholder forums, supporting informed decision-making and maintaining momentum across competing priorities. • Strengthened relationships with senior leaders and external stakeholders, contributing to improved communication, engagement, and organisational cohesion. Praised by senior leadership for delivery focus, accountability, and people management — consistently demonstrating strong organisation, risk awareness, and outcome-driven execution