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Note this is not a recruitment role - Please read the details below before applying Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector?At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising.Committed to driving meaningful changea change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track recordwe work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting-edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives.Were a team of over 400+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever-evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.Everything this company achievesevery life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it winsis down to everyone who works here.Please note that this role is based in Manchester, and our current hybrid working arrangement requires office attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.Summary of our roleAs a Resource Manager at Havas Lynx, you are the day-to-day contact for the smooth resource scheduling and execution of all projects across one or more agency teams. You work across all disciplines and shared services to make sure expectations and deadlines are met from creative brief to final delivery. You work closely with your Operations & Commercial Lead, Heads of Disciplines and ALT members, recommending the most suitable resource for each job. A key part of your role is building strong relationships within your agencies to share knowledge and experience from a production stance.What you can expect to be doing:Manage resource scheduling with oversight from Operations & Commercial LeadBooks all project timelines in full via the Pulse Resource Scheduler before the project commences and ensures that booked hours do not exceed the specific number of budgeted hours in Pulse / the SOW (or the supplied budget hours for ABP).Monitor and address any unapproved resource booking extensions, ensuring alignment with the budget and scope defined in the Statement of Work (SOW), and escalating issues to the appropriate discipline leads as neededEnsure the briefing process is rigorously followed by client services teams and that resource requests correspond to written time estimates provided by the creative, medical, strategy and other disciplinesEnsure Creative, Medical, Strategy, and other disciplines feel fully supported and protected by overseeing appropriate casting and the allocation of sufficient time to deliver high-quality work, without exceeding the approved hours outlined in SOWsCoordinate resource sharing, freelancers and third parties, prioritising shared agency support where appropriateMonitor timesheets and approvalsThis role could be a great fit for you if:You have worked in an agency in a similar operational role 3 years experienceYou have great project management experienceWorking effectively and collaboratively as part of a teamFinancially and commercially awareMultitasker and able to move from one project to another seamlesslyWhat you can expect from usA supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. Its a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission.You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including:Hybrid Working 3 days in the office (flexible working options are available for in-office days)Starting holiday allowance of 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with increasing allowance connected to length of serviceOption to buy, carry or sell holidaysEarly Friday finish throughout the yearSeasonal working hoursEnhanced family leave, pay and return to work benefit schemeExtensive L&D supportSabbatical opportunitiesSeason ticket interest free loans for travelCycle to work schemeLife insurance (4x salary)Company pension schemeFully compensated company eventsVolunteer daysWellbeing programme including sports clubs, discounted gym memberships, free onsite flu vaccinations, extended lunch breaks on Wellness Wednesdays and much more+Medicash healthcare benefit24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance ProgrammeGet in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.