6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working - 2 days a week on site

Hays are proud to be working in partnership with a Local Authority to recruit an experienced Project Manager to support a large and dynamic Directorate of Employment, Skills, Health & Communities (ESHC). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a high-impact Projects & Programmes Team that operates across the Directorate.

About the Role

The Projects & Programmes Team provides a cross-cutting function, supporting the mobilisation, delivery, and governance of a wide portfolio of employment, skills, and community programmes.As a Project Manager, you will support the delivery of priority initiatives by providing robust project coordination, governance, and financial oversight across multiple programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of priority projects
• Establish and maintain project management tools and documentation, including project plans, timelines, and critical paths
• Produce regular progress reports and performance updates for senior stakeholders and programme boards
• Develop and manage risk and issue registers, ensuring appropriate mitigation and escalation
• Assist with procurement, legal, and commissioning processes, liaising with internal teams and external providers
• Contribute to communications and stakeholder engagement, including drafting reports, web content, and event materials

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in project management within the public sector or similar complex environments
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience with governance, reporting, and risk management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across a varied programme portfolio
• Knowledge of employment, skills, or community-based programmes is desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful programmes that directly impact local communities and workforce development.

Apply today with your updated CV to be considered!

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