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.

Qualification Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - xx Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday Allowance - 25.5 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays
• Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3%
• Annual Salary Review
• Casual Dress
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite Parking
• Onsite Canteen
• Employee Recognition/Awards

Location - Sandwich, Kent

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday, 9am – 5:25pm with 45 minute lunch break.

Fridays, 9am – 4:05pm with 45 minute lunch break

Duration - 48 months

Start Date - 3rd March 2025

Interview Date - 3rd February 2025

Closing Date for Applications - 6th January 2025

To Apply
To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on recruitment@cogentskills.com for assistance.

Next Steps

Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.

The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager along with your application form to decide who is brought through to the final interview.

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

Candidate Requirements

Skills

• 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

Training To Be Delivered

Qualification to be delivered: BSc Project Manager

Apprenticeship Standard: Level 6 Project Manager

Training Provider: Cumbria University

Delivery model: Online

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business.

Things To Be Considered

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.

About Pfizer

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.