Project Manager

University of Southampton; Eastleigh; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their Innovation and Business Transformation team on a fixed-term basis until March 2027. The role involves delivering various projects, managing resources, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Candidates should possess a formal project management qualification and relevant experience. The position offers a generous benefits package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Hybrid working

Commitment to personal development

Culture of wellbeing and support

Qualifications

• Experience in a project management role.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Experience in different project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a range of projects and initiatives.
• Developing robust project governance and management frameworks.
• Produce reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and collaborative approach

Strong organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Project management qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced project manager with a talent for delivering projects and supporting change? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working on initiatives across departments?

Then we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Project Manager to join us on a fixed‑term basis until 31st March 2027 in our Innovation and Business Transformation team. This team brings focus, insight and resource to develop, support and deliver a growing number of projects and change initiatives both within the NIHR and School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation.

Who are we?

The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world‑leading health and social care research that improves people’s health and well‑being and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low and middle‑income countries.

Further information can be found at: www.nihr.ac.uk. You are encouraged to review our operational priorities and watch this introductory video.

What will you be doing?

Using your experience and knowledge of project management, you will manage and deliver a range of short and medium‑term assignments, specialist projects and change initiatives.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing robust project governance, planning and management arrangements and frameworks.
• Managing and coordinating the development, planning, and implementation of a range of projects and initiatives, using your experience and expertise in different project management methodologies.
• Managing project resources, procurement and benefits to deliver successfully, within agreed timescales.
• Working in a collaborative manner and maintaining an excellent standard of communication and engagement with all stakeholders so they are invested and aware of progress and key milestones.
• Produce reports, briefings and presentations to a range of stakeholders and audiences as required.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a confident and adaptable project manager who enjoys working with multiple stakeholders to deliver high‑quality project management across a spectrum of different size projects. You will have a formal project management qualification alongside previous experience in a project manager role.

Other key skills are:

• Excellent communication skills, including presenting complex information clearly and being able to build effective relationships across teams.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, working confidently with colleagues and stakeholders to influence outcomes and drive progress.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and stakeholder requirements.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.

Why join us?

We understand that our people are our most valuable asset, so we offer:

• A generous benefits package
• Hybrid working (typically 20% office‑based)
• A culture of wellbeing and support – we’ve proudly been signatories of, and working to, the six standards of Mental Health at Work commitment since 2019.
• A commitment to personal development, with opportunities for growth.
• The role is offered at 35 hours per week, but we will consider part‑time (minimum of 28 hours). Please indicate any preference on your application.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact our People Services team at [e-mail]

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Early application is strongly encouraged to avoid disappointment.