Project Coordinator

Location: Leeds (Hybrid)

Salary: £26 - 28K (DOE)

Immediate Start Needed

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in project and task coordination and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.

Cognisys is a leading Cyber Security company specialising in Penetration Testing, GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance) consulting and Managed Security services. We pride ourselves on our customer service, forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence. Our small but mighty team works with some of the best-known companies in the world, covering over 30 different countries across the globe!

About the Role

At Cognisys, our GRC team is central to our mission of ensuring our clients’ data is protected to the highest standards of security and compliance.

As part of our ongoing growth, we’re seeking an experienced and motivated Project Coordinator with experience in coordinating resources and client communications to join our dynamic GRC team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, foster client relationships and contribute to the continued success and development of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met throughout the project lifecycle

• Manage our project administration end-to-end, including client onboarding, scheduling, resource allocation, coordination between internal teams, external auditors and clients

• Proactively address challenges to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of project outcomes

• Act as a liaison between clients, partners and auditor bodies to facilitate external audit schedules and ensure compliance requirements are met

• Continuously monitor and refine project workflows to improve efficiency and outcomes.

• Communicate project updates, milestones and deliverables effectively to stakeholders at all levels

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 months of project coordination experience (GRC, cybersecurity, or a related field is a bonus, but not essential, as training will be provided)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client and team relationships

• Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with a focus on achieving practical, high-quality outcomes

• Confidence in decision-making and the ability to take initiative when faced with challenges.

• Familiarity with governance, risk, compliance frameworks, and external audit processes is a plus.

If you think you can deliver but don't match the criteria above, please don't be put off. We are open-minded and focus on ability and attitude above skills.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days per year, plus UK bank holidays.

• Additional Leave: 1 day of paid leave on your Birthday!

• Heath & Wellbeing: Access to Westfield Health Care Cash Plan and our Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing platform.

• Professional Development: £2,000 annual training budget to support your continued learning and career growth.

• A dynamic and supportive work environment where customer care and innovation drive everything we do.

• Refer a friend bonus scheme, up to £2,000!

Why Join Us?

At Cognisys, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and shares support. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact on our clients. We'd love to hear from you if you want to challenge, lead and innovate!

We're not just about the work; we're about the people. Join a team where innovation is celebrated and your contributions are valued. We foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas thrive and professional growth is encouraged.

Applications

Please feel free to reach out to Dom, our Talent Acquisition Partner, if you would like any further information, to discuss accessibility requirements, or if you require this information provided in an alternative format – [email protected]

Please note: We’re always happy to help with questions, but to keep our process fair for everyone, we’re unable to accept applications via email - please apply directly through the job advert page.

We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and can make various reasonable adjustments to accommodate individual needs.

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