Project Support Officer

Agilis Search Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a part-time Project Support Officer for a 10-month fixed term position in Ipswich. In this role, you will provide essential coordination, administrative support, and assist in project delivery across technology initiatives. Candidates should have strong IT and data handling skills, excellent communication abilities, and problem-solving capabilities. This is a hybrid working opportunity ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy supporting successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong IT and data handling skills, with attention to detail.
• Good understanding of systems principles and operational requirements.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential coordination and administrative support for projects.
• Assist with configuration and testing of new systems.
• Lead data migration to ensure accuracy.
• Engage with stakeholders for smooth implementation.
• Develop user guides and deliver training.
• Ensure compliance with project governance.
• Support the IT Project Manager in implementation.

Skills

IT skills

Data handling

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

Agilis Search is partnering with a leading, highly reputable, organisation in Ipswich who are looking for a Project Support Officer to join them on a part‑time basis for a period of 10‑months. As Project Support Officer you will provide essential coordination, administrative support, and project delivery assistance across a range of technology and business‑system improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and is passionate about supporting successful project outcomes.

10-month fixed term – part‑time – hybrid working

Key Accountabilities

• Assist with configuration and testing of new systems.
• Lead on data migration, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Engage with key stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of new systems.
• Work collaboratively with managers and staff to ensure system adoption.
• Work with managers to capture requirements and validate system functionality.
• Develop user guides and deliver training sessions for managers and staff.
• Ensure compliance with project governance and reporting requirements.
• Support the IT Project Manager with implementation.
• Support integration between different systems.
• Provide first-line support during testing and go-live phases.
• Contribute to project documentation and reporting.

About You

• Strong IT and data handling skills, with attention to detail.
• Good understanding of systems principles and operational requirements.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in using relevant software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools).

Should this position sound like the right one for you and you’re interested in finding out more, please do contact Matt at Agilis Search who will be delighted to discuss this further. We look forward to your application!