Project Manager, Corporate Transformation & Change

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month fixed-term position to lead complex transformation projects. The role involves managing stakeholder relationships, developing governance structures, and ensuring project milestones are met within a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience.
• Understanding of local authority environments.
• Ability to summarize complex information.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Develop governance structures for project progression.
• Establish risk management strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Project Governance

Communication

Job description

Project Manager, Corporate Transformation & Change

We are seeking a Project Manager to deliver complex cross-council, cross-organisational, and departmental transformation projects. The role involves working closely with corporate sponsors, service leads, and senior stakeholders, contributing to the Transformation and Change Group. This is a demanding position suited for an individual experienced in managing complex projects within a local authority environment.

The strategic projects focus on social care, early help and prevention, resident services, and operational transformation within a broad partnership system. Candidates should have a general understanding of this context.

Position Details:

• Salary: £42,708 - £47,754 per annum
• Type: Fixed Term
• Duration: 12 months
• Hours: 37 per week
• Location: County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
• Working arrangements: Hybrid

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage complex stakeholder relationships effectively and empathetically.
• Develop governance structures that facilitate decision-making and project progression.
• Summarize complex information and develop workstreams to achieve project goals.
• Establish risk management strategies to mitigate issues and guide project delivery.
• Monitor progress against project plans, ensuring milestones are met and escalating issues as needed.
• Collaborate with the Programme Manager and departmental colleagues on business case development.
• Lead and develop project support staff.

The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience as detailed in the attached job description and person specification. For an informal discussion, contact Steve Scott at [e-mail].

This role is also available as a secondment for existing Nottinghamshire County Council employees, subject to line manager approval. The closing date for applications is 25 May 2025, 23:55.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, who will be guaranteed an interview. We promote safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment.