Strategic Budget Manager – Complex Needs (Hybrid)

Baltimore Consulting; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Business Manager for a 6 month contract based in the United Kingdom. The role supports a project by the Department for Education, focusing on financial and operational management. Responsibilities include overseeing project budgets and coordinating collaborations with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have strong financial skills and experience in project management within the public sector. The position offers hybrid working arrangements with a competitive daily rate.

Qualifications

• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Experience of project management in multi-agency or public sector.
• Ability to build relationships and influence partners across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and financial compliance.
• Coordinate input across local authorities and agencies.
• Monitor and evaluate care model effectiveness.

Skills

Strong financial and budget management skills

Experience of project management in a multi-agency context

Ability to build relationships and influence across partners

Analytical skills to assess cost-effectiveness

Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and report-writing abilities

Knowledge of commissioning in children's services

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

A consulting firm is seeking a Business Manager for a 6 month contract based in the United Kingdom. The role supports a project by the Department for Education, focusing on financial and operational management. Responsibilities include overseeing project budgets and coordinating collaborations with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have strong financial skills and experience in project management within the public sector. The position offers hybrid working arrangements with a competitive daily rate.