We are looking for a Mid-Weight Project Manager to deliver brochure, ecommerce and comparison websites.

Formed in 2000, SOZO is an award-winning digital agency, based in Cheltenham and London. SOZO has a team of 30 all who have a passion for digital marketing with specialisms ranging from branding to website design/development and search engine marketing.

Our team like to push the boundaries of what is possible and are allowed to experiment and develop their talents within a collaborative environment.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a mid-weight Project Manager who relishes a challenge. Someone who is passionate about the detail; achieving timings, sticking to budgets and managing the delivery of high quality website projects with a meticulous attention to detail.

You will be mainly responsible for overseeing the delivery of brochure, ecommerce, comparison websites and our SEM set up services during the pre-launch stages. You will manage your own set of clients and have autonomy to advise and direct their projects.

Applicants must have at least 2-3 years commercial experience delivering website projects of various sizes and technical complexities across a range of market sectors.

You must be able to demonstrate how you have successfully delivered website projects on time and on budget.

This role will be hybrid, at work/remote, with a minimum two days based at our Cheltenham office (in Tivoli).

Your main responsibilities:

• Project Management of website builds
• Achieving deadlines and milestones
• Monitoring timings vs budgets
• Managing client relationships, including regular communication, meetings, calls, and presentations
• Liaising with internal teams
• Take an active part in and contribute to our team and evolving our services
• Share initiatives, best practices and results
• Keep up to date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices

Ideal candidate:

• Excellent planning, organization and communication skills
• Ability to self-manage and keep track of multiple projects streams
• Confident communicator with excellent writing and speaking skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task
• Experienced in project and client management
• Personable and easy to work with
• Absolutely passionate about the internet and digital marketing
• Ability to think creatively, and identify and resolve problems
• Ideally familiar with teamwork or similar project management software
• Some experience with Search Engine Marketing would be a bonus

Key Attributes Required:

• Is proactive in planning to achieve targets and objectives, which deliver profitable outcomes
• Proactively improves the quality of service we deliver to all of our customers
• Respects the views of others and positively contributes to a learning environment that encourages excellence
• Continually asks what more could be done, willingly takes the initiative and consistently does more than is required
• Be proactive with suggestions and pre-emptive with solutions
• Receptive to feedback and asking for help when unsure

Salary:

Up to £30,000 – 40,000 per annum, depending on experience and level. Plus pension scheme and generous holiday.

Rewards:

• A highly competitive basic salary (with potential for an annual pay rise subject to meeting performance targets).
• Annual staff bonus after a qualifying period.
• Free Cheltenham gym membership after a qualifying period.
• Option to work from home/remotely for 2-3 days per week.
• Spacious offices within a sought-after area of Cheltenham (Tivoli).
• A relaxed creative atmosphere.
• Collaborative culture.
• Personal development and training is encouraged.
• Yearly personal development plan.
• Christmas and summer staff parties, as well as ad hoc lunches and team socials.

If you consider yourself to be a strong candidate for this role, and are looking for the next progression in your career to develop your knowledge and skills, then we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to joseph@sozodesign.co.uk