Overview

In this Project Manager role, you will develop and manage the delivery of major work packages across multiple teams to support service delivery. You’ll help shape strategic conversations and development plans, ensuring changes are effectively managed with diverse stakeholders. You will provide professional guidance to teams, supporting decision-making and maintaining risk controls. This role is embedded in a forward‑looking public service team focused on improving outcomes for citizens and strengthening strength‑based practices.

Pay / Benefits

Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’ service
Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave
35-hour work week for full-time roles
Defined benefit pension scheme
Enhanced parental and carers leave

Responsibilities

Develop and manage delivery of major work packages following the agreed project management methodology
Ensure effective change management by collaborating with project teams and stakeholders
Provide professional advice, support and guidance to teams, colleagues and stakeholders to aid decision making
Support service delivery improvements and contribute to risk reduction across the service
Collaborate with Team Managers, Operational Lead and Service Manager to align projects with service goals

Key requirements

communication and advisory skills
stakeholder engagement
change management
project management methodologies
ability to manage complex work packages
stakeholder coordination

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