Business Initiative Coordinator
Isle of Man
Permanent
Our client seeks a Business Initiative Coordinator to join their team
Role Profile:
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Head Office in the Isle of Man for a Business Initiative Coordinator who's core focus will be the internal execution of strategic initiatives supporting the business growth plans. They will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of cross-functional workstreams and initiatives that improve operational performance, efficiency, and execution across Isle of Man office. Ensure the business delivers on its priorities efficiently, on time, and with control.
Summary: “Make the big internal things actually happen.”
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate company-wide projects (cost reduction, systems rollout, process improvement, restructurings)
- Track milestones, owners, risks, and dependencies
- Translate strategy into action plans
- Align Finance, Ops, IT, HR on delivery
- Report progress to leadership
- Develop comprehensive delivery plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, resources, and budgets.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution
- Monitor progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies
- Facilitate regular meetings, status updates, and stakeholder communications
- Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations
- Manage changes to scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques
- Prepare and present reports, proposals, and performance metrics to senior management
- Foster collaboration and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and counterparts
- Promote and enforce best practices and continuous improvement
- Support with process enhancements and efficiency initiatives
- Conduct data gathering, analysis, and reporting to evaluate improvement opportunities
- Coordinate and track progress of multiple workstreams, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and meetings to drive alignment.
Key Skills & Experience
- Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management or related field.
- Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or Planner Management are advantageous.
- Analytical and data-driven mindset with comfort in interpreting and presenting performance metrics.
- 1-3 years' experience in coordination, delivery management, or process improvement.
- Advantageous: familiarity with Power BI, process mapping tools (Visio/Lucidchart), continuous improvement frameworks (Six Sigma) and proficiency in delivery management tools (e.g., MS Planner or similar).
- Commodity trading knowledge is a plus, but not essential - aptitude for learning the industry is more important.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and structured.
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable, with a willingness to learn.
- Balanced approach: independent in execution but aligned with leadership direction.
- Demonstrated success in managing initiatives from initiation to closure.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple deliverables simultaneously.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Solid analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Your specialist: Debbie Amankwa
Quote job ref: 16310
Hi, I'm Debbie and I look forward to receiving your submission for this fantastic opportunity with this business.
