Project Manager (Education)

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast.

Lead Successful Software Delivery Projects with IRIS

At IRIS, we help organisations transform the way they work through innovative software and outstanding service. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Education Professional Services team and lead the successful implementation of our solutions for customers across the education sector.

The Role

As a Project Manager, you'll take ownership of complex software implementation projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring customers achieve maximum value from their IRIS solutions.

You'll work directly with senior customer stakeholders, internal consultants, product specialists and delivery teams to ensure projects remain on track, risks are effectively managed, and implementation goals are successfully achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end software implementation projects.

Take ownership of project delivery, ensuring objectives, timelines and budgets are achieved.

Build strong relationships with customers and act as a trusted delivery partner.

Manage project risks, issues and dependencies proactively.

Coordinate resources and stakeholders across multiple workstreams.

Ensure adherence to project governance and delivery methodologies.

Deliver accurate reporting on project progress and performance.

Support a customer-first approach that drives successful outcomes.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

Significant project management experience, ideally within software, technology or complex delivery environments.

A proven track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects successfully.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Experience managing challenging or high-visibility projects.

A proactive and solutions-focused mindset.

PRINCE2, PMP or similar project management qualifications (desirable).

Experience delivering Payroll or HR software implementations (highly desirable).

Why Join IRIS?

Work with market-leading software solutions.

Join a collaborative and supportive Professional Services team.

Be trusted to manage strategic customer projects.

Develop your career within one of the UK's leading software organisations.

Make a genuine impact on customer success and business transformation.

If you're passionate about project delivery, stakeholder management and creating outstanding customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Impact: Your work will influence millions globally.

Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.

Belonging: A culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual.

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply - we’re excited to learn about your unique perspective and experience. If you need adjustments during the process, let us know. We’re committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone.

What to expect from our hiring process

Our process is designed to be fair, transparent and straightforward. Stages vary depending on the role — more senior positions may involve additional steps, and some areas include role-specific assessments such as a technical test or case study — but typically you can expect:

Application review — we assess your experience and potential

Initial call — a short conversation to learn about you and share more about the role

Skills assessment — tailored to the position, e.g. case study, coding challenge or portfolio review

Final interview — meet the team and explore how you'll make an IMPACT at IRIS

We'll always walk you through the specific stages at the start of the process so you can prepare with confidence.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the process, let us know, we’re committed to making this experience accessible for everyone.