SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER & TEAM LEAD

Senior Project Manager & Team Lead – UKME Region

Location: Nottingham, UK

Contract: 1-Year (with potential for extension)

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for delivering impactful IT projects? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy empowering teams to succeed? Join Axiell and help shape the future of cultural technology!

About Axiell

Axiell empowers over 13,000 customers across more than 60 countries to share cultural knowledge and heritage with the world. Our innovative software and services support libraries, museums, archives, and schools in managing collections, enhancing learning, and increasing public engagement.

With headquarters in Sweden and offices in over 20 countries, we are transforming how cultural institutions operate and connect with their communities.

Learn more at www.axiell.com

What You’ll Be Doing  

As Senior Project Manager & Team Lead for the UKME region, you will lead the delivery of medium to large-scale software implementation projects. You will manage a team of consultants and project managers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of customer satisfaction.

You will report to the EMEA Head of Professional Services and play a key role in shaping team culture, driving performance, and contributing to strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver software implementation projects across the UKME region

• Manage and mentor a team of 6 Product Consultants and 1 Junior Project Manager

• Ensure effective resource planning and project tracking

• Communicate clearly with customers and internal stakeholders

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in IT project management

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification

• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive mindset and willingness to embrace agile practices

Why Join Axiell

• Make a global impact in the cultural sector

• Work with passionate, mission-driven teams

• Hybrid working model with a base in Nottingham

• Opportunities for growth and contract extension

• Inclusive and collaborative company culture

How to apply

To apply, please send us your up-to-date resume and covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position, how you are uniquely qualified for the role.

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract to cover a maternity leave, with the possibility of extension based on business needs.

We are open to considering candidates who prefer to join us as independent consultants rather than as employees.

Location
The role is primarily based in Nottingham, where our main office is located. However, we also have an office in Manchester, and we’re happy to consider candidates based there. For the right candidate, we’re open to a remote working arrangement.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to the principles of employment equity. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways and tell us why you are the perfect candidate we’re looking for!