Senior Active Travel Project Manager

Islington Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the City of London is seeking a Senior Active Travel Project Manager to oversee operational relationships with hire bike operators. The role involves managing contracts and ensuring effective stakeholder communication to promote active travel in the borough. Candidates should possess strong project management experience and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary and a commitment to employee development and well-being.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Local discounts from businesses

Qualifications

• Experience of project management responsibilities in a professional environment.
• Ability to build relationships and strategic partnerships.
• Ability to deliver on agreed plans in support of service strategies.
• Experience of contract management.
• Ability to provide expert advice to members and management.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational work with hire bike operators.
• Oversee contract management and development.
• Support parking compliance and rider behavior.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders and community.

Skills

Project management experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Contract management

Job description

About The Role

Islington is an exciting and dynamic part of London experiencing rapid growth and undergoing a significant transformation in its transport environment. Islington Council is committed to creating a greener, healthier borough by making our transport off more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

The Senior Active Travel Project Manager is responsible to the Active Travel Team Leader for managing the operational work of the council with hire bike operators. This includes contract management and development, stakeholder management, resident and member correspondence, supporting parking compliance and rider behaviour, as well as more generally developing the scheme to be as effective as possible.

The council's Active Travel Team plays a key role in supporting people to enjoy better neighbourhoods, streets and public spaces and has won several awards for our ground-breaking work.

By supporting people to become healthier by taking up active travel, you’ll be working the goals of the council’s Transport Strategy and Vision 2030.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience of project management responsibilities in a professional environment
• Ability to build relationships and strategic partnerships
• Ability to deliver on agreed plans and actions in support of service strategies
• Ability to contribute to the delivery of large, complex projects
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An ability to work collaboratively on a range of projects
• Experience of contract management
• An ability to provide expert advice to elected members, management and less experienced colleagues

The successful candidates must have very good communication skills and be able to work creatively and constructively within a team, with other parts of the Council and partner organisations. A crucial part of these roles will be an ability to work positively with stakeholders, the local community and elected members to deliver projects in line with the council’s priorities.

Applicants are encouraged to contact David Shannon on 07825 098081 for a confidential discussion about this role prior to applying.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre‑Employment Checks

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to a qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

The post is subject to a qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.