We are looking for a new Project Assistant to join our busy projects team. You will be supporting our project coordinators and managers in designing, developing, and delivering Meanwhile Use projects and services across London and Southeast, as well as supporting live operational sites. This is a fantastic entry-level role in our organization that will provide the bedrock of experience needed to progress through the team. You will be working across project sites as well as in our office, often traveling to multiple locations to assist with the needs of live projects and their community.
The role will suit someone who has a keen interest in urban regeneration, community-led development, and designing for social gain. The role is a great opportunity to be hands-on and support project development. You can expect to learn a vast amount about our industry and will receive regular mentoring to support you in your career development.
The Role
- Assisting in the day-to-day management of our existing portfolio of sites and tenant community.
Working on location across London on average 50% of the week, responding to the demands of multiple projects and building relationships with current tenants and communities. - Working within the Projects team to deliver the objectives of design development and consultancy projects, including:
- Supporting design development proposals for Meanwhile Use projects across London and the Southeast.
- Assisting in the coordination and delivery of workshops and community engagement events, as directed.
- Researching local neighborhoods to support project thinking, market analysis, and user demand studies.
- Producing reports, documents, and promotional material for the team, as directed. Knowledge of InDesign and Excel is desirable.
- Supporting the Workspace team to deliver the objectives of current operational sites, including:
- Supporting with the promotion and marketing of spaces, tenant recruitment, and facilities management.
- Social media, newsletter, and website content creation.
- Maintaining efficient and effective administrative systems (e.g., online filing and record keeping).
- Documenting and assisting in the evaluation of projects, including collection of impact assessment data and applications for recognition awards, as directed.
- Being the point of contact for general inquiries and responding to requests for information from tenants, members of the public, and others.
- Building and maintaining relationships within the Meanwhile field and in core project delivery locations.
