Project Management Assistant

Cambridge Consultants

INTRODUCTION SUMMARY We are on the lookout for a talented and ambitious Project Manager or, Technical Team Leader with an interest in moving into Project Management, to join our Programme Management team here in Cambridge, UK. The role will work with our Defence & Security clients, undertaking the development of innovative new products across the entire product life cycle. The role will be primarily project management for our defence and security clients within UK government, although there may be scope to get involved in a variety of projects for our commercial and wider public sector clients. Projects typically consist of early concept work, through prototype manufacture, to new product introduction, often surmounting considerable technical challenges as we push the boundary of what is possible. We combine highly creative lateral thinking with excellent technical skills and we’re looking for broad defence and security industry experience to help us form powerful development teams. WHAT WE CAN OFFER We can offer you variety, and the chance to work in a dynamic environment buzzing with the excitement of innovation that is having a real effect on people’s lives. The projects you will lead will typically be highly complex, spanning the entire product development lifecycle. You will take full responsibility for delivering the agreed project objectives within the authorised time and budget constraints whilst managing multi-disciplinary teams of talented engineers, scientists, and designers in delivering novel products and services to market for a wide variety of clients. You will always have the support of experienced Programme Managers ready to guide you towards more complex projects as your career develops. We believe that a supportive environment is the way to bring the best out of each other. We will actively promote your progression and provide you with the opportunity to take on increasingly challenging tasks. Your specific responsibilities will vary according to your expertise but are likely to include: * Developing project proposals that meet our government clients’ commercial and technical requirements – this will be primarily for UK-based government clients * Delivering projects with a significant amount of S&T (Science and Technology) or Research and Development content * Management of the delivery of projects that solve complex, multi-disciplinary technical challenges, across multi-office teams * Team building and leadership of multiple project teams * Capturing technical product requirements and resolving system level discussions, requiring a strong technical background * Experience of managing end‑to‑end bidding and tendering processes, including bid management, stakeholder engagement and governance. * Running meetings with clients, presenting and communicating ideas and concepts to all disciplines * Working with Business Developers in building relationships with clients to understand their programme needs. * The ability to lead, influence and motivate an extensive team to deliver exploitable project outputs; * The ability to manage and influence stakeholders to ensure project success. This role will require some domestic UK-based travel but is focussed on managing project teams within the Cambridge office. We have adopted a hybrid working model, with a mix of both home and office working, based on project need but the expectation for 3 days on site per week.   WHAT YOU CAN BRING You will have experience of project managing small to medium sized technical product development projects or are a technical lead of an engineering discipline within a larger project.  Ideally you will have a degree in engineering, or a relevant scientific discipline, with hands-on experience of planning tasks and tracking the progress of a team to deliver against those tasks whilst addressing issue as they arise. Naturally you will also have strong time management, written and verbal communication, and organisational skills. Our UK government work and client base coves a very broad spectrum, so we would also be very interested if you have any of the following: * UK Government security clearance * A passion for innovation * A technical background in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Physics, Chemistry or Sensing systems * New product introduction / design for manufacture experience * Previous experience of working at a consulting / fee for service organisation * A strong desire to deliver outputs for Defence through Science and Technology * Existing knowledge of best practice in the delivery of projects * People skills and networks to build strong working relationships across the defence and security innovation ecosystem, including UK MOD, DSTL, Defence Innovation Unit and Innovation Hubs, a range of security customers and Government departments * Formal project management credentials such as APMP, PRINCE2 etc. * Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check, be able to obtain  UK government security clearance and must be a UK passport holder.     ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- By submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. You acknowledge that the organisation reserves the right to verify the information supplied. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Clevry Sweden AB

About the Role We are currently supporting our client in the search for a Mid-level Operation Management Assistant to join our their team in Stockholm (Kista). This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid background in finance and business operations who is looking to work in an international environment where financial analysis, commercial support, and project finance play a central role. As a Mid-level Operation Management Assistant, you will support business management activities by providing financial insights, analyzing business performance, supporting commercial negotiations, and contributing to project financial management. The role requires strong analytical skills, business understanding, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the organization. Key Responsibilities Business Analysis & Management Support Support business management activities by collecting, organizing, and analyzing financial and business data. Assist with industry research, market analysis, and the preparation of business reports and management presentations. Identify potential business risks and opportunities and provide initial recommendations to support decision-making. Contribute to the delivery of high-quality analysis within agreed timelines. Financial Analysis & Business Performance Analyze company financial statements and business performance to provide actionable financial insights. Perform profitability analysis, variance analysis, budgeting support, and financial forecasting. Monitor financial performance and support management with reporting and decision-making materials. Prepare financial reports and presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office applications. Project Finance Management Support financial management throughout the project lifecycle. Track project budgets, revenues, costs, profitability, and cash flow. Follow up on billing, invoicing, collections, and payment status. Assist in identifying and mitigating financial risks related to projects. Commercial & Financial Support Support customer negotiations regarding finance-related commercial terms. Assist in reviewing and coordinating payment terms, credit terms, guarantees, invoicing arrangements, and collection processes. Collaborate closely with Sales, Delivery, Legal, Accounting, Credit, and Management teams to ensure commercially sound financial agreements. Provide financial input to support commercial decision-making. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field. Solid knowledge of financial accounting, management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement analysis. Strong understanding of project finance management, including budgeting, profitability, revenue recognition, cost control, billing, collections, and financial risk management. Good understanding of commercial business terms, including payment terms, credit terms, guarantees, invoicing, and collection processes. Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications. Skills & Competencies Strong financial analysis and analytical problem-solving skills. Excellent business understanding and the ability to interpret financial data in a commercial context. Ability to identify risks, opportunities, and provide practical recommendations. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to coordinate work across multiple departments and functions. Structured, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Proactive mindset with a high level of ownership and execution capability. Preferred Experience Previous experience in financial analysis, FP&A, business finance, management accounting, finance business partnering, or project finance. Experience supporting project management, budget tracking, profitability analysis, billing, collections, or financial risk management. Experience supporting customer negotiations involving finance-related commercial terms is considered an advantage. Experience from ICT, energy, engineering projects, B2B business, or project-based organizations is highly preferred. Language Requirements Fluent English is mandatory. Fluent Chinese is mandatory. Work Authorization You must have a valid legal right to work in Sweden at the time of application (e.g., EU citizenship or a valid work permit/visa). Additional Information This is a full-time, on-site position based at our client's office in Stockholm. The intended start date for the assignment is as soon as possible. This is expected to be a long-term consulting assignment with the possibility of extension. The role is offered as a consultancy assignment through Clevry, meaning you will be employed by Clevry while working on assignment with our client. You will receive more detailed information about the company during an initial conversation with one of our recruiters. What we can already share is that our client is a large international organization operating in a fast-paced and multicultural environment, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and long-term growth. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams while developing expertise in financial analysis, project finance, and commercial business management. Recruitment Process The recruitment process is initially managed by Clevry. If your profile is considered a strong match for the role, one of our recruiters will contact you for an initial phone screening. Following this, our client will take over the interview process. As part of this process, our client will conduct a background check on the final candidate. We apply continuous selection, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. We warmly welcome your application already today! Please note! We only accept applications submitted through our platform and will not respond to applications sent via email. About Clevry For over 30 years we have been the change maker for a more soft skills driven work-life within talent acquisition, assessments and advisory. We operate globally with customers, consultants and candidates from North America to Singapore with headquarters in Brighton, Stockholm and Helsinki. At Clevry we have over 150 soft skills certified recruiters, business psychologists and experts at your service. Follow us on LinkedIn: Clevry Sweden

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The opportunity We are looking for a dedicated Project Assistant who will ensure that our customers receive their deliveries of important products on time. In this role, the contingent worker will be a central point of contact between our sales team and our customers, handling the entire order process from registration to delivery follow-up. How you’ll make an impact Handle customer orders from registration to delivery, with a focus on accuracy and fast execution. Create and follow up on invoices. Maintain regular communication with customers and suppliers to coordinate order status and resolve any issues. Follow up on payments and ensure that all documentation is in place throughout the order cycle. Adapt to customer-specific needs and handle changes efficiently during the process. Work closely with internal teams such as sales, tenders, production and logistics to ensure a smooth customer experience. Monthly project reviews with management team to follow up on delivery, the financials and execution of the full project process. Your Background Education in project management or logistics is required, and economics preferable. Experience in order management and working in business systems, SAP is a requirement and Salesforce is a plus. Good communication and collaboration skills with a customer-focused approach. Solution-oriented and adaptable to changing requirements and priorities. Fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written. Accurate, structured and efficient in handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Technical understanding of electronic products such as relay protection is an advantage. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development​ Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks More about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! Recruiting Manager, Birgitta Hellström, Birgitta.hellstrom@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid,, +46 107 38 91 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107 38 51 42; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 738 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Carina Riström, carina.ristrom@hitachienergy.com.