Strategic Research Office Projects Lead

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Projects Manager to lead a varied portfolio of strategic initiatives within the Research Office. You will drive projects from scoping and planning through delivery, coordinating teams and resources, and managing risks to ensure timely outcomes.

You will work closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts, translating plans into concrete results while aligning efforts with wider transformation programmes.

Qualifications

• Significant project management experience.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and navigate complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a varied portfolio of strategic projects across the Research Office from scoping and planning through to delivery and implementation.
• Work with senior leaders, subject matter experts and operational teams to bring structure and momentum to complex initiatives.
• Coordinate people and resources, manage risks and dependencies, and keep delivery on track.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and align projects with wider organisational change.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Strategic planning

Job description

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Projects Manager to lead a varied portfolio of strategic initiatives within the Research Office. You will drive projects from scoping and planning through delivery, coordinating teams and resources, and managing risks to ensure timely outcomes.

You will work closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts, translating plans into concrete results while aligning efforts with wider transformation programmes.