Project Manager - EMEA Defence London

Who we are

4C Strategies is a leading provider of organisational readiness and military training management solutions, serving clients in over 70 countries. Our flagship software, Exonaut, is widely adopted by NATO and allied forces for exercise planning, execution, and evaluation. Exonaut supports real-time exercise planning across military headquarters and agencies, facilitates staff and command briefings, and enables evidence-based decision-making. The platform's scalability allows for remote, real-time exercise planning, enhancing training efficiency and readiness. 4C Strategies' team of military consultants and software engineers collaborate globally with various armed forces, including those of the UK, US, Sweden, Australia, Canada, Norway, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, and Finland, to develop and deliver tailored training and exercise management solutions.

Your Role

As a Project Manager in our EMEA Defence Team, you will oversee a portfolio of projects, managing all phases from planning and implementation to execution and successful delivery. While project complexity may vary, most will have a strong technical focus. Your responsibilities will span from project initiation and requirements gathering to customer sign-off and ongoing support. Collaboration is key, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, stakeholders, and customers, to drive the delivery of innovative solutions. As well as working within a team you will have autonomy and should be comfortable working independently in dispersed locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Management: Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, milestone, timelines, and resource allocation. Monitor project progress, adjusting as necessary to ensure successful completion.

• Project Leadership: Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve project goals. Assign tasks, set clear expectations, and provide guidance to team members.

• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders. Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively, ensuring alignment and managing expectations.

• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively address challenges to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and align with client requirements and organizational objectives.

• Continuous Improvement: Analyse project outcomes to identify areas for improvement. Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance future project performance.

• Opportunity identification . Work closely with the customer to understand their needs and requirements, identifying opportunities to increase project growth.

About you:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• Experience: Demonstratable experience of working in either the defence or security sectors at an SO2/SO3 level or equivalent. Proven success in managing complex projects from inception to completion.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, IT infrastructure, and systems integration. Experience with military training management solutions is advantageous.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.

• Security Clearance: Eligibility for security clearance is required due to the nature of our customers and projects.

• Travel : Ability to travel regularly to customer sites (UK and Europe mainly) often for extended periods of time.

What you can expect from 4C Strategies

• You will be based in the London office with hybrid working (3 days a week in the office or customer site)
• 25 days holidays (plus bank holidays)
• Private healthcare including dental
• Pension Scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Work Extras Discounts at over 80 retailers
• Company social events

Why Join 4C Strategies

At 4C Strategies, you'll be part of a global Defence team that is shaping the future of military readiness, training, and integration. Our people work at the heart of mission-critical Defence programmes, helping armed forces plan, train, and operate more effectively through innovative technology and expert consultancy.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced military professionals, engineers, and programme specialists who are passionate about delivering capability that matters. Every project we deliver contributes directly to enhancing Defence resilience, preparedness, and operational performance for the UK and allied nations.

We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven environment where your expertise has real impact, supporting those who protect and serve.

Join 4C Strategies to be part of a team that builds stronger, smarter, and more capable Defence organisations worldwide.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation for applying. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

4C Strategies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Team Military Role Project Management Locations London Remote status Hybrid