JAMAL BENMBAREK
Norwich -UK
Summary
A skilled professional with expertise in Microsoft Copilot, event management, and event planning. Demonstrates a strong ability to manage and plan events efficiently, leveraging advanced technological tools to enhance productivity. Committed to delivering exceptional results in dynamic environments while continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager - Full Remote(Digital & IT Transformation)
Max Pro Group
2022.04 - 2026.01
- Led multiple digital transformation projects from concept to delivery, including website redevelopment, financial systems, payroll automation, and HR platforms.
- Managed project scope, timelines, risks, and stakeholders across business, HR, finance, and operations teams.
- Delivered a custom invoicing and financial management system, improving billing accuracy and financial visibility.
- Planned and implemented automated payroll and shift-booking systems, reducing manual errors and administrative workload.
- Coordinated cloud infrastructure projects (domains, email systems, security), ensuring business continuity and compliance.
- Delivered data and reporting projects, producing dashboards for management decision-making (finance, performance, staffing).
- Provided structured project documentation, onboarding processes, and post-implementation support.
- Improved operational efficiency
- Reduced manual processes
- Delivered projects on time with limited resources
Consultant/Business Manager
Freelance, self-employed
Cardiff, United Kingdom
2019.02 - 2026.01
- Managed business and digital projects for SMEs and startups in the UK and France.
- Led feasibility studies, project planning, and delivery for web, finance, and reporting solutions.
- Coordinated stakeholders (clients, suppliers, accountants, designers).
- Delivered projects within agreed scope, timelines, and budgets.
- Supported change management and adoption of new tools and processes.
Project Manager / Agile Team Lead
Podefy
2025.02 - 2025.12
- Managed and coordinated a cross-functional remote team, ensuring clear ownership, accountability, and delivery commitment.
- Led Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Defined project roadmaps, sprint goals, and milestones aligned with business objectives.
- Planned, tracked, and reported progress, achievements, risks, and blockers to stakeholders.
- Used Jira to manage product backlogs, user stories, tasks, and sprint tracking.
- Monitored team velocity, workload, and commitment, driving continuous improvement.
- Facilitated effective communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Ensured on-time delivery while maintaining quality, transparency, and team engagement.
- Key skills: Agile Project Management
- Scrum
- Jira
- Team Management
- Delivery Tracking
- Stakeholder Management
- Commitment & Performance Monitoring
Project Manager (Education & Operations)
Nejjar Academic group
Rabat-Salé-Kenitra
2018.09 - 2020.06
- Managed education, finance, and operational improvement projects for private primary and secondary schools.
- Coordinated directly with senior leadership, academic directors, and teaching staff.
- Led new school projects, from initial planning to implementation, including curriculum support and operational setup.
- Planned and delivered school events, open days, conferences, and community engagement initiatives.
- Led projects to redesign accounting processes and administrative systems, improving reporting and efficiency.
- Facilitated workshops, managed project timelines, resources, and deliverables, and ensured follow-up to completion.
- Designed and coordinated the transition to online courses during the COVID-19 period, ensuring continuity of education.
- Supported teachers and staff in adopting digital tools and remote learning processes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and student safety and well-being standards.
- Project Management
- Education Projects
- Event Management
- Digital Transformation
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Process Improvement
- COVID Remote Learning Implementation
Project Manager (Business Development & Digital Products)
widisplay
Grenoble, France
2013.09 - 2018.06
- Led innovation and digital product projects in advertising and technology.
- Managed idea generation, feasibility analysis, and business planning.
- Presented projects to Business Angels and supported fundraising initiatives.
- Coordinated sales, marketing, and partner development projects.
- Delivered market expansion initiatives and client acquisition strategies.
Accountancy Service Consultant AZ-Consultants
AZ Consultant
2016.01 - 2016.06
- Provided a Quadrabox consultancy service for the AZ-Consultants customers
- Assisted customers to digitalize their accountancy documents through the Quadrabox service
- Parameterised the Scanner DematBox according to customer requirements
- Provided training sessions on the Dematbox scanner
- Accompanied Customers to recover their local Files and data from the cloud.
- Automated the scanning process
- Context: Quadrabox, Accounting, Finance, Excel
Project Manager / Business Owner
Beauty Phone
Grenoble, France
2009.10 - 2015.09
- Managed multiple retail, e-commerce, and system implementation projects.
- Led website development projects (Prestashop, Joomla).
- Managed suppliers, logistics, accounting, and sales operations.
- Delivered end-to-end business operations and digital growth initiatives.
Education
Diplôme d'études comptable et financière - Comptabilité
Université Grenoble Alpes
Grenoble 2003.01 - 2004.01
Diplôme préparatoire d'études comptable et financière - Comptabilité et commerce / gestion
Institut Polytechnique De Grenoble
Grenoble 2002.01 - 2003.01
Brevet de technicien supérieur - Comptabilité et gestion
Lycée Ar-razy
2000.01 - 2002.01
Baccalauréat - comptabilité et gestion des entreprises, Comptabilité et commerce / gestion
Lycée les orangers
1997.01 - 1999.01
Skills
- Microsoft Copilot
- Event Management
- Event Planning
- Project Manager
- Proficient in jira
- Risk analysis techniques
- People Management
- Budget forecasting
- Agile methodology
- Agile project management
- E-Commerce platforms
Websites
Certification
- Power BI essential training
- Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel
- Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BI
- Project management foundations
- Getting Started with Power BI Desktop
Languages
Anglais (Professional Working)
Beginner
Français (Native or Bilingual)
Beginner
Berbere (Native or Bilingual)
Beginner
Arabe (Native or Bilingual)
Beginner
Timeline
Project Manager / Agile Team Lead
Podefy
2025.02 - 2025.12
Project Manager - Full Remote(Digital & IT Transformation)
Max Pro Group
2022.04 - 2026.01
Consultant/Business Manager
Freelance, self-employed
2019.02 - 2026.01
Project Manager (Education & Operations)
Nejjar Academic group
2018.09 - 2020.06
Accountancy Service Consultant AZ-Consultants
AZ Consultant
2016.01 - 2016.06
Project Manager (Business Development & Digital Products)
widisplay
2013.09 - 2018.06
Project Manager / Business Owner
Beauty Phone
2009.10 - 2015.09
Diplôme d'études comptable et financière - Comptabilité
Université Grenoble Alpes
2003.01 - 2004.01
Diplôme préparatoire d'études comptable et financière - Comptabilité et commerce / gestion
Institut Polytechnique De Grenoble
2002.01 - 2003.01
Brevet de technicien supérieur - Comptabilité et gestion
Lycée Ar-razy
2000.01 - 2002.01
Baccalauréat - comptabilité et gestion des entreprises, Comptabilité et commerce / gestion
Lycée les orangers
1997.01 - 1999.01