Business Manager - Parks, Leisure and Libraries

• Hourly Rate: £24.46 PAYE
• Location: Sheffield
• Job Type: Contract

We are seeking a Business Manager to provide senior-level business support across Parks, Leisure, and Libraries. This role is crucial in helping the service operate effectively, plan strategically, and manage significant organisational changes. The ideal candidate will ensure the service is well-planned, financially informed, compliant, resilient, and continually improving.

Day-to-day of the role:

1. Business Planning and Future Sheffield Initiatives:

   • Coordinate business planning across Parks, Leisure, and Libraries.
   • Develop business cases and proposals, identifying savings opportunities.
   • Provide financial and performance analysis to support decision-making.
   • Support the implementation of change programmes and service improvement projects.

2. Financial Management and Forecasting:

   • Produce budget information and reports, supporting financial forecasting.
   • Analyse financial information and present it clearly to support business decisions.
   • Identify savings and opportunities for improved efficiency.
   • Deputise for the Head of Service in financial forecasting and other areas as needed.

3. Performance Management and Reporting:

   • Develop and maintain performance management information.
   • Monitor performance against targets, analysing data to turn it into meaningful information.
   • Review and improve existing systems and processes.

4. Change and Service Improvement:

   • Identify and implement service improvement plans.
   • Coordinate change activity and engage relevant stakeholders.
   • Develop work plans with realistic objectives and deadlines.

5. Risk, Resilience, and Business Continuity:

   • Maintain robust Business Continuity arrangements.
   • Support risk management activities and ensure plans are up-to-date.

6. Corporate Compliance and Service Coordination:

   • Ensure service compliance with Council processes.
   • Coordinate responses to corporate requests and represent the service at corporate groups.

7. Business Support:

   • Ensure effective Business Support provision and manage forward plans for team/service meetings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar managerial role, ideally within public sector services such as Parks, Leisure, or Libraries.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and performance management.
• Proven ability to lead change and implement service improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with strong Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of corporate compliance and risk management.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work within a leading local authority and contribute to significant service improvements.

To apply for this Business Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.