Project Manager

High Wycombe Temporary £450 - £500 per day View Job Description
The role of Project Manager in the life science industry involves overseeing technology-related projects to ensure successful delivery within timelines and budgets. This fully remote temporary position requires a skilled professional adept at managing complex initiatives.
  • Project Manager in life sciences involves overseeing technology-related projects
  • This is a fully remote temporary position.

About Our Client

The employer is a small-sized organisation within the life science industry, specialising in innovative solutions and advanced technologies. They are committed to delivering exceptional standards in their field, offering a collaborative and professional environment.

Job Description

Contingent Workforce / MSP

  • Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the clients contingent workforce program, with a focus on MSP-supported labor solutions.
  • Collaborate with the MSP and internal partners to execute contingent labor processes and resolve service delivery issues.
  • Support onboarding, compliance, and governance activities related to contingent workers, including lifecycle management and regional process adherence.
  • Assist with the expansion of contingent workforce processes into new countries, sites, or business units, in coordination with global and regional stakeholders.
  • Enforce compliance with internal policies and local regulations regarding worker classification and co-employment controls.
  • Promote adoption of workforce tools and controls through strategic communication and stakeholder engagement.

Procurement / Category Management

  • Lead procurement activities focused on external workforce category management and supplier coordination.
  • Analyze demand and sourcing needs to align procurement activities with broader category strategies.
  • Manage supplier selection, onboarding, and performance tracking in line with business requirements.
  • Support compliance checks and ensure supplier processes are handled efficiently and in accordance with internal standards.

Governance, Change, and Continuous Improvement

  • Champion continuous improvement as a change agent for procurement and contingent workforce activities.
  • Optimize process efficiency, controls, and user experience across service delivery streams.
  • Support documentation, workflow updates, training, and communication materials.
  • Proactively identify risks and support mitigation through effective issue management.

Stakeholder Management

  • Foster collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and MSP partners.
  • Negotiate solutions and resolve complex issues with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Deliver clear, professional communication across diverse functions and geographies.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Project Manager should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of experience in procurement, contingent workforce management, workforce solutions, staffing, MSP operations or a related field
  • Experience supporting or working within an MSP / contingent labor program is strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience leading, building, or transforming contingent workforce programs in complex, enterprise environments.
  • Strong knowledge of European/EMEA labor markets, worker classification, and co-employment compliance.
  • Experience supporting global or multinational contingent workforce programs.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving compliance, process improvement, governance, or workforce operations.
  • Strong understanding of contingent workforce compliance considerations, including worker classification, tenure management, and co-employment risk.
  • Experiencing partnering with senior stakeholders across HR, Procurement, Legal, and business functions.
  • Demonstrated success influencing change and driving operational excellence in a matrixed organization.



Knowledge and Skills

  • Strategic & Functional: Deep understanding of procurement, category management, and external workforce operating models.
  • Compliance: High attention to detail with a strong focus on mitigating labor risks and regulatory adherence.
  • Analytical: Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate trends into actionable insights.
  • Communication: Exceptional influencing and stakeholder management skills; ability to bridge functions and cultures.
  • Adaptability: Proven track record of managing ambiguity and delivering solutions across diverse time zones.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate of up to £500 a day Inside IR35.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the life science industry.
  • Fully remote temporary role.
  • Professional environment with a focus on technology and innovation.



This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to contribute to meaningful initiatives in the life science industry. If this role aligns with your expertise, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Alyx Rowland
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056726
Phone number
+44 207 269 2215

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
Consultant/Project Manager
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
High Wycombe
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Alyx Rowland
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2215
Job reference
JN-072026-7056726