Project Manager

Intelligence and National Security Alliance; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of key projects in a hybrid environment. This role involves managing stakeholder engagement, risks, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and experience in project management. Notably, the position is based in Cheltenham, requiring DV clearance from candidates who have resided in the UK for at least 10 years.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% on target bonus

BT Pension scheme

On-call allowance

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits like cycle to work scheme

World-class training and development

Equal family leave

Enhanced women’s health support

24/7 virtual GP appointments

2 weeks paid carer’s leave

Discounted broadband and mobile packages

Qualifications

• Experience managing project teams effectively.
• Ability to manage costs and resource allocations.
• Experience in conducting team-building activities.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery and manage project risks.
• Lead the Programme Team to provide services.
• Consult with customers to design technical solutions.

Skills

Scheduling

Project quality

Stakeholder management

Governance and assurance

Programme management

Job description

Overview

Recruiter: Krystle James

Hiring Manager: Craig Masey

Career Grade: D

Internal Closing Date: 05/08/25

Security isn’t always the first thing you think of when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good. You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters

Our purpose is to use the power of communication to make a better world. For each other, for our customers, for society and our communities.

The purpose of this role

You support project delivery, using sound technical capabilities to define, document and carry out projects/programmes, agreeing approach, plans and performance criteria, managing costs and stakeholder engagement, you identify and address risks to ensure the success of the project and support continuous improvement. You may coordinate activities for a team.

This job role is based in Manchester. Hybrid (4 days office based & 1 day remote). Monday-Friday 37.5 hours. This role requires DV Clearance. You must have lived in the UK for 10 years+ to obtain this.

What you’ll be doing

• E2E delivery for all requirements, underpinning growth and NPS
• Leadership of the Programme Team to provide professional services focussing on the innovative design for customers.
• Ensure the Programme team consult with customers to design the most appropriate technical solutions.
• Delivers Customer Programme requirements into wider GSS projects working closely with the Delivery teams.
• Inputs into plans to develop, retain and attract talent for the Programme Team

Essential Skills

• Scheduling
• Project quality
• Stakeholder management
• Governance and assurance and Project
• Programme management

What we'd like to see on your CV

• You've taught your team how to do their roles more effectively.
• You've managed headcount and departmental costs when costs were under pressure.
• You've undertaken a team building exercise and measured your team's motivation and feedback.
• You've managed a low performing team to a successful outcome.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• On-call allowance
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

#LI-Hybrid

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience.

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.