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How many Planning Assistant jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 10 Planning Assistant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Planning Assistant do?

Project support officers assist in the organisation, planning, monitoring and direction of a project and ensure it is adequately resourced and on schedule.

Tasks required include:

• Analyses project components, organises them into a logical sequence and establishes the minimum time required for the project.
• Creates and maintains a project timetable, helps ensure the project proceeds on schedule and manages relevant administrative elements of the project.
• Advises on project procedures and assists the project team in decision making.
• Liaises with and ensures effective communication between the project team, other departments, the project manager, the client and/or senior management.
• Monitors the progress of the project and provides updates to project team, clients and other stakeholders.

What are the entry requirements for a Planning Assistant?

There are no formal academic entry requirements, although entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a BTEC/SQA award or equivalent qualifications. On-the-job training is usually provided, and professional qualifications are available.