IT Project Manager
Remote Recruitment
πΏπ¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Remote Recruitment is open to applicants from South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Remote Recruitment is hiring aIT Project Managerfor our UK-based clients. This is a fully remote position offering South African professionals an excellent opportunity to work with leading UK employers from home. You will work UK business hours and join a supportive, fast-growing team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end delivery of IT and technology projects from initiation to closure
* Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements
* Manage project risks, issues and dependencies proactively throughout the lifecycle
* Coordinate and communicate effectively with cross-functional technical and business stakeholders
* Monitor project budgets, track progress and produce regular status reports for leadership
* Drive continuous improvement of project management methodologies and delivery practices
Requirements
* 5+ years of IT project management experience
* PMP, PRINCE2 or AgilePM certification is preferred
* Hands-on experience managing software development, infrastructure or digital transformation projects
* Strong proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, MS Project or Smartsheet
* Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills in English
What We Offer
* R32,000/month
* 100% remote, UK business hours
* Career growth and professional development
* Exposure to leading UK businesses and practices
Remote Recruitment β connecting top South African talent with UK employers. Apply today.
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards β use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Remote Recruitment
Remote Recruitment is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 121 open positions on Hirezar. View all Remote Recruitment jobs β