Programme Manager

Applefields School; Selby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Public sector pension

Hybrid working

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking experienced Programme Managers to lead strategic, cross-cutting transformation programmes across key service areas such as customer services, transport and workplace transformation. You will define, govern and deliver programmes with senior stakeholders and provide leadership to project managers.

You will operate in a hybrid working setup with a mix of home working and a minimum of two days per week in an office base at one of the council’s transformation hubs

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in programme management using recognised methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex stakeholders.
• Track record delivering high-impact organisational change.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver strategic, cross-cutting transformation programmes across the council.
• Provide direct line and matrix management to programme/project managers.
• Govern programmes to ensure clear definition, governance and successful delivery.
• Deputise for the Head of Service when required.

Skills

Programme management

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Change management

Education

Professional qualifications

Job description

Contract: Permanent & Temporary Maternity Cover Opportunities Available

Hours: Full Time (Part Time hours may be considered)

Location: Selby, North Yorkshire

Hybrid working - a combination of home working together with a minimum of 2 days per week in an office base at one of our local transformation hubs at Northallerton, Harrogate, Scarborough and Selby.

Are you someone who is innovative and can oversee the delivery of strategic transformation programmes?

Would you like to work at the heart of transformational change in North Yorkshire Council - an organisation that is continually looking to improve how it operates its services for the benefit of local people, communities and businesses?

Do you have the passion for achieving organisational objectives through programme definition and delivery?

The Role

We are seeking experienced Programme Managers to lead and deliver strategic, cross-cutting programmes throughout the transformation lifecycle. These programmes may include the implementation of The Council’s Target Operating Model- spanning areas such as customer services, transport, and workplace transformation or the redesign of key service areas including Housing, Children’s Services, and Adult Social Care.

You will bring strong leadership and problem-solving skills, working closely with a diverse range of senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure programmes are clearly defined, effectively governed, and successfully delivered. You will provide both direct line and matrix management to project managers, fostering high performance and ensuring the delivery of professional, high-quality services.

As a key member of the Projects and Programmes Service Management Team, you will work closely with the Head of Service and may be required to deputise when needed.

What you will bring

• Proven expertise in programme management, with a strong grasp of recognised methodologies and frameworks.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to inspire teams and resolve complex challenges.
• Professional qualifications and/or equivalent experience relevant to programme and change management.
• A track record of successfully managing complex stakeholders and resources to deliver high-impact organisational change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

At North Yorkshire Council, we are committed to supporting our employees to grow and succeed. In return for your expertise, you'll benefit from:

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to learning, coaching, mentoring and apprenticeships.
• Flexible working opportunities where appropriate.
• Generous local government pension scheme.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to discounts and vouchers, including holidays, high street retailers and day to day spending

Interview Date: 19 th and 20 th October 2026

This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.