Junior Project Manager – Public Funded Programmes
Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce
Join a talented pool of individuals striving to support a thriving business community. We are on the lookout for a Project Coordinator to join us at the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce. This is a permanent position.
As the Junior Project Manager Public Funded Programmes at the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, you will support the delivery of funded projects from start to finish, coordinating activities and keeping everything on track. You will contribute to bid writing and funding applications, helping secure future opportunities, be the first point of contact for partners and stakeholders, building collaborative relationships. You will monitor budgets in timelines to keep projects on course and you will gain exposure to high-profile projects that directly impact the regional economy.
This role is vital in ensuring our publicly funded programmes are delivered to the highest standard. Acting as the driving force behind coordination and delivery, you’ll connect colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to keep projects moving forward. From shaping funding bids and tracking progress to supporting events and reporting outcomes, your contribution will make a tangible impact. By helping businesses access the support they need, you’ll play a key part in strengthening the regional economy and championing growth across Greater Birmingham.
To be successful, you will have a degree or equivalent experience. A project management qualification, e.g. APMP PFQ or Scrum Master is desirable. You will be organised, detail-oriented and proactive with a ‘can do’ attitude. You will be a confident communicator who enjoys working with a range of partners. You will be experienced in supporting projects, ideally in the public or third sectors and will be comfortable juggling multiple priorities and deadlines. A full UK driving licence is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and commercial team to unleash the potential of Greater Birmingham businesses.
If you feel you are ready to meet the challenges of this role, please submit your application using our online application process at www.greaterbirminghamchambers.com/about/careers/ The closing date is 15th September 2025 but we reserve the right to close the advert early depending on the volume and quality of applications received.
The Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce is an equal opportunities employer.
We strive to ensure that opportunities to work and develop at the GBCC are open to all. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other equality characteristic.
If you are from outside of the UK, evidence will be required to prove you are eligible to live and work in the UK, if you do not have this, we will be unable to progress your application as the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce are unable to provide sponsorship. Therefore, in the recruitment process all candidates are required to provide the necessary right to work evidence and documentation.