196 Project Support Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Project Support Officer

Edinburgh, Scotland Venesky Brown

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Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Project Support Officer for an initial 6 month contract with option to extend on a rate of £250/day (Outside IR35). This role will be based in Edinburgh - However, attendance at the project site will only be required on an as-needed basis.


Responsibilities:


- Management and administration of finance processes within lab. Maintain finance workbook – identify and correct errors. Present finance data in understandable format, along with analysis, and proposed opportunities for adjusting budget variance. Ensure accuracy and consistency of finance data across multiple formats, and coherency of message. Liaise with department finance team on lab finance data

- Tracking delivery progress within the lab, and using this understanding to draft progress tracking and reporting, ensuring quality of reporting and appropriateness for various stakeholders

- Provide support to lab leads to prepare pack for Executive Actions Boards (EAB) and ensure actions for EAB are progressed

- Maintain lab RAID log and escalate actions. Supporting effective risk and issue tracking, facilitating workshops, maintaining tracking

- Become familiar with the internal governance framework and be an ambassador for cascading and embedding the use of the framework in labs and the wider community. Be a point of contact in the lab for coaching on the framework

- Collate, ready for presentation all of the necessary collateral needed for preparing the internal and external audit assessments within your lab

- Facilitate meetings where required

- Actively participate in all “Community of Practice” meetings and events (PMO)

- Understand value / benefits, and measurements of value

- Understand Azure DevOps, or Jira/Confluence, and have or develop the ability to offer support to LAB team members and the capability of generating reports as required.

- Understand the relevant lab data, explore and innovate ways of presentation to communicate with impact

- To support the lab in compliance with relevant CDi and policies and procedures.

- Arranging and facilitating the full range of project events, e.g. external audits and stakeholder events

- Where required, arranging meetings, drafting, collating and issuing papers and agendas, provide a minute taking role

- Organise appropriate induction for all new starts in the lab


Essential Skills:


- Experience managing project level financial reporting, organising events e.g. audit or whole lab delivery events

- Good experience in embedding governance within team

- Good People and communication skills

- Ability to improvise and adapt

- Work to deadline and mange workload to prioritise

- Act as the “go to” person within Labs for LOAD, audit and RAID questions and guidance

- Explain his/her area of expertise clearly to others

- Not only answer why things are done, but how

- Confident report builder using available report building tools

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Project Support Officer

X-Net (Services) Ltd

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Job Title: Project Support Officer (DV Cleared)

Location: Bristol or Dorset (Hybrid – approx. 3 days/week on site)

Clearance Required: UK Developed Vetting (DV)

Salary: Competitive



Please note - you will need to have active DV clearance, or have recently held DV Clearance to be considered .



Overview:

We are looking for a capable and experienced Project Support Officer (PSO) to join our delivery team supporting complex programmes within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident operating in secure environments, with the ability to step up as Project Manager when required.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality project support across planning, governance, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Maintain and manage project documentation, RAID logs, and delivery trackers.
  • Support programme reviews, milestone tracking, and performance reporting.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and alignment.
  • Deputise for the Project Manager when required, supporting leadership and decision-making.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of delivery processes and project controls.


Essential Requirements:

  • Current DV clearance
  • Strong experience in project support or coordination roles, ideally within defence or government programmes.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, Agile).
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, secure environment.


Desirable:

  • Experience supporting MOD or defence-related programmes.
  • Familiarity with defence delivery frameworks and secure working practices.


Working Arrangements:

  • Hybrid working model with circa 3 days per week on-site in either Bristol or Dorset.
  • Occasional travel between sites may be required.


What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant programmes.
  • Supportive and professional team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.


If you’d like to be considered for the position, please apply with a current CV.

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Project Support Officer

Edinburgh, Scotland Venesky Brown

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Job Description

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Project Support Officer for an initial 6 month contract with option to extend on a rate of £250/day (Outside IR35). This role will be based in Edinburgh - However, attendance at the project site will only be required on an as-needed basis.


Responsibilities:


- Management and administration of finance processes within lab. Maintain finance workbook – identify and correct errors. Present finance data in understandable format, along with analysis, and proposed opportunities for adjusting budget variance. Ensure accuracy and consistency of finance data across multiple formats, and coherency of message. Liaise with department finance team on lab finance data

- Tracking delivery progress within the lab, and using this understanding to draft progress tracking and reporting, ensuring quality of reporting and appropriateness for various stakeholders

- Provide support to lab leads to prepare pack for Executive Actions Boards (EAB) and ensure actions for EAB are progressed

- Maintain lab RAID log and escalate actions. Supporting effective risk and issue tracking, facilitating workshops, maintaining tracking

- Become familiar with the internal governance framework and be an ambassador for cascading and embedding the use of the framework in labs and the wider community. Be a point of contact in the lab for coaching on the framework

- Collate, ready for presentation all of the necessary collateral needed for preparing the internal and external audit assessments within your lab

- Facilitate meetings where required

- Actively participate in all “Community of Practice” meetings and events (PMO)

- Understand value / benefits, and measurements of value

- Understand Azure DevOps, or Jira/Confluence, and have or develop the ability to offer support to LAB team members and the capability of generating reports as required.

- Understand the relevant lab data, explore and innovate ways of presentation to communicate with impact

- To support the lab in compliance with relevant CDi and policies and procedures.

- Arranging and facilitating the full range of project events, e.g. external audits and stakeholder events

- Where required, arranging meetings, drafting, collating and issuing papers and agendas, provide a minute taking role

- Organise appropriate induction for all new starts in the lab


Essential Skills:


- Experience managing project level financial reporting, organising events e.g. audit or whole lab delivery events

- Good experience in embedding governance within team

- Good People and communication skills

- Ability to improvise and adapt

- Work to deadline and mange workload to prioritise

- Act as the “go to” person within Labs for LOAD, audit and RAID questions and guidance

- Explain his/her area of expertise clearly to others

- Not only answer why things are done, but how

- Confident report builder using available report building tools

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Project Support Officer

Bristol, South West X-Net (Services) Ltd

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Job Title: Project Support Officer (DV Cleared)

Location: Bristol or Dorset (Hybrid – approx. 3 days/week on site)

Clearance Required: UK Developed Vetting (DV)

Salary: Competitive



Please note - you will need to have active DV clearance, or have recently held DV Clearance to be considered .



Overview:

We are looking for a capable and experienced Project Support Officer (PSO) to join our delivery team supporting complex programmes within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident operating in secure environments, with the ability to step up as Project Manager when required.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality project support across planning, governance, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Maintain and manage project documentation, RAID logs, and delivery trackers.
  • Support programme reviews, milestone tracking, and performance reporting.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and alignment.
  • Deputise for the Project Manager when required, supporting leadership and decision-making.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of delivery processes and project controls.


Essential Requirements:

  • Current DV clearance
  • Strong experience in project support or coordination roles, ideally within defence or government programmes.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, Agile).
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, secure environment.


Desirable:

  • Experience supporting MOD or defence-related programmes.
  • Familiarity with defence delivery frameworks and secure working practices.


Working Arrangements:

  • Hybrid working model with circa 3 days per week on-site in either Bristol or Dorset.
  • Occasional travel between sites may be required.


What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant programmes.
  • Supportive and professional team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.


If you’d like to be considered for the position, please apply with a current CV.

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Project Support Officer

SL1 Slough, South East CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

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4 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • Slough Borough Council is seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Support Officer to assist the Recovery and Transformation PMO in the delivery of key projects aligned with the Council’s Recovery Plan and Corporate Plan.• Working closely with programme managers, stakeholders and senior leaders, this role will support project governance, engagement planning and communications coordination to ensure successful project delivery and alignment across the organisation.• The successful candidate will play a critical role in stakeholder mapping, maintaining project documentation, identifying cross-cutting engagement requirements, and helping shape a cohesive communications approach across all projects.Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Provide day-to-day project support across multiple programmes within the Recovery and Transformation PMO.• Lead and maintain robust stakeholder and engagement mapping across all projects.• Collate and maintain a high-level communications plan aligned to project activities.• Support Programme Managers by identifying cross-cutting engagement requirements and associated risks.• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and key performance indicators (KPIs).• Contribute to effective governance by maintaining accurate project records, documentation and reporting.• Facilitate and support meetings, workshops and project reviews as required.• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to drive project alignment.• Promote and role model positive behaviours and values in line with Slough Borough Council’s corporate culture.Skills/Experience: • Proven experience in project support or project coordination within a complex or public sector organisation.• Understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, P3O).• Experience with stakeholder mapping and engagement planning.• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.• Strong communication skills, with experience creating or supporting communications plans.• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint and Project), and ideally with experience in project management tools/software.• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise competing demands.• Commitment to diversity, equality, and public service values.Additional Information: • The closing date: 22/10/2025 @12:00.• This is a hybrid role, with 2–3 days per week required in the office (Observatory House, Slough).• Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30).
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Project Support Officer

EC1P Islington, London CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

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3 Month Contract with A local AuthorityJob Purpose

To provide high-quality administrative and project support to the Children and Young Adult Services team, ensuring the effective planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of service improvement projects and programmes. The role supports initiatives that improve outcomes and life chances for children, young people, and their families.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the coordination and delivery of service improvement projects across children and young adult services.

Monitor project timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure they are completed on time and within scope.

Support the production of project plans, reports, presentations, and documentation.

Maintain project trackers, logs, and registers, including risk and issue logs.

Provide administrative support for project meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up actions.

Essential Skills and Experience

Experience of providing project or administrative support in a busy team environment.

Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience of working with sensitive or confidential information in line with data protection requirements.

Ability to work collaboratively with professionals, service users, and other stakeholders.

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Project Support Officer - CMB2053e

Carlisle, North West Cumberland Council

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Job reference

REQ

Date posted

02/10/2025

Application closing date

20/10/2025

Location

CARLISLE

Salary

£34,434 to £5,412 pro-rata

Package

Blank

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Project Support Officer - CMB2053e

Job description

Job Title: Project Support Officer

Location: Carlisle

Salary: 4,434 to 5,412

Hours: 37

Contract: Temporary (12 months)

About this opportunity

  • To deliver an effective, efficient and customer focussed support to all aspects of the management and administration of projects/programmes.
  • Working with colleagues to develop and deliver project / programme objectives through planning, co-ordination, progress monitoring and support.
  • To organise meetings and workshops ensuring good administration and timely event planning for the successful delivery of each event and good coordination with attendees.

As we continue to improve and transform our children's services, exciting opportunities have arisen for staff members to take a leading role in shaping the future of children's services in Cumberland.

Our ongoing transformation programme and social care reforms aim to create a system that is more family-focused, responsive, and sustainable, ensuring children and families receive the best possible support. This transformation requires innovative thinking, collaboration, and strong leadership at every level.

Why Get Involved?

  • Make a real difference: Your ideas and expertise can directly impact how we support children and families.
  • Develop your skills: Leading reform projects will help you grow professionally and build new capabilities.
  • Collaborate across teams: Work with colleagues, partners, and communities to create meaningful change.
  • Shape the future: Be at the forefront of pioneering approaches that improve outcomes and service efficiency.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Lewis Bellas by email at

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

  • Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
  • Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
  • Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions.

Application and Interview information

  • Closing date: 20/10/2025
  • Interview date: Week of 27th October

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you're interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please read the supporting information:

  • Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

  • Our Staff Benefits
  • Candidate Support
  • About Cumberland Council
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Project Support Officer - High Security Clearance

GL51 0EX Open Source

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Permanent

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent Project Support Officer with top-level security clearance to assist in the smooth running of our critical projects. The candidate will provide essential support to project managers and teams, ensuring administrative and operational activities are conducted effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating project activities.Maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensuring all documentation is organised and accessible.Support the project manager in resource management and budgeting activities.Assist in monitoring project progress and performance.Coordinate and attend project meetings, ensuring accurate minutes are taken and distributed.Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.Manage project risks and issues logs, ensuring they are updated accurately.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field.Experience in a project support or administrative role is desirable.Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Proficiency in project management software.

If your expertise aligns with the criteria above and you’re ready for a new challenge, we are looking forward to hearing from you.

Requirements

Security Clearances :

The candidate must possess one or more of the following top-level security clearances:

SIA DV (Security Industry Authority Developed Vetting)Cheltenham DV (Developed Vetting specific to Cheltenham)MI5 DV (Military Intelligence, Section 5 Developed Vetting)Benefits

Benefits :

Competitive salary and bonus structure.Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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Senior Administrative Officer - Project Management Support

CB2 1TN Cambridge, Eastern £35000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 20 days ago

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full-time
A highly respected organization in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Administrative Officer to provide crucial project management support. This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds, combining office-based collaboration with remote working flexibility. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of various projects by providing comprehensive administrative, organizational, and logistical assistance. This includes managing project documentation, coordinating meetings, tracking progress, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, possesses strong communication skills, and has a proven ability to support complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-level administrative support to project managers and project teams.
  • Manage project documentation, including creating, organizing, and maintaining project files, reports, and correspondence.
  • Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
  • Assist in developing and updating project plans, timelines, and status reports.
  • Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to gather information and ensure smooth communication flow.
  • Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues, escalating them to project managers as necessary.
  • Support the procurement process, including vendor management and invoice processing.
  • Maintain project databases and ensure data accuracy.
  • Assist with budget tracking and financial administration related to projects.
  • Ensure project documentation adheres to organizational standards and quality requirements.
  • Provide general administrative support to the project management office.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Proven experience in an administrative or project support role, preferably in a project management environment.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) is highly desirable.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work setting.
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
  • Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus.
  • Experience in a university, research, or technical environment is advantageous.
  • This is a hybrid role, requiring regular attendance at our Cambridge office along with remote working days.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within a leading institution and develop your career in project support.
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Senior Administrative Officer - Project Support

PO1 2AB Portsmouth, South East £32000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 8 days ago

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full-time
Our client, a well-established professional services firm known for its excellence and client-focused approach, is seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Administrative Officer to provide comprehensive project support remotely. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of multiple projects, acting as a central point of contact for coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication. You will be instrumental in maintaining project timelines, managing resources effectively, and facilitating seamless operations for our diverse project teams.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-level administrative support to project managers and project teams, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating logistics.
  • Prepare and distribute project documentation, such as agendas, meeting minutes, status reports, and project plans.
  • Maintain project management systems and databases, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on project progress, risks, and issues.
  • Assist with budget tracking and expense management for assigned projects.
  • Communicate effectively with internal team members, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely information flow.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodation for project teams as required.
  • Organize and manage project-related documentation, ensuring easy accessibility and proper filing.
  • Support the onboarding of new project team members.
  • Identify and escalate potential project risks and issues to project managers in a timely manner.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of administrative processes and best practices for project support.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Proven experience as an Administrative Officer, Project Administrator, or similar role, with a strong focus on project support.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Proficiency in using project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project) and standard office productivity suites (e.g., Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in documentation and data management.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote environment, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with common project management methodologies is a plus.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant administrative experience.
  • Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated administrative professional to leverage their skills in a remote capacity, supporting significant projects for a reputable organization. Based remotely, you will benefit from the flexibility and autonomy of working from home. We offer a competitive salary, a supportive virtual work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a highly organized and driven individual with a passion for efficient project support, we encourage you to apply for this remote role, based in the vicinity of Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK .
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