Transformation Project Manager

Luton; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Luton Council is seeking an experienced Transformation Project Manager to join our team in Luton. You will lead a portfolio of transformation initiatives aimed at improving services, driving efficiencies and delivering value for residents.

The role covers from inception to implementation, with a focus on delivering benefits, managing risks, and reporting to senior leaders. The contract is for 18 months (secondment for internal staff) or fixed term for external applicants, pro rata salary £40,444

Qualifications

• Experience leading transformation projects and programmes.
• Ability to develop robust project plans, business cases and governance documents.
• Strong data analysis skills to identify trends, risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a portfolio of transformation projects from inception to implementation.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and service teams to align with objectives.
• Identify, monitor and mitigate risks; ensure on-time delivery within scope.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation and engage stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Data analysis

Project planning

Education

PRINCE2 Project Management qualification

Job description

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Salary: £40,444 to £51,928 a year pro rata
Hours: 37 hours a week
Contract type: Secondment/Fixed Term for 18 months

This role is available for 18 months. Internal candidates who are permanent employees of Luton Council will be appointed on a secondment basis, while external candidates and other eligible applicants will be appointed on a fixed-term contract for 18 months.

Current Luton Council employees applying for this opportunity must obtain written approval from their manager before applying (an email will suffice). A copy of this approval must be included with the application, as we will be unable to progress applications without it.

Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.

What You’ll be doing

We're looking for an experienced and driven Transformation Project Manager to join our team and help deliver ambitious change programmes that improve services, drive efficiencies, and create lasting value for our organisation and stakeholders .

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering transformational change, supporting the achievement of our Transformation Programme and contributing towards savings targets of up to £13 million by 2028 . As a Transformation Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading and delivering a portfolio of projects and programmes from inception through to implementation. Working closely with senior leaders, stakeholders, and service teams, you will ensure projects remain aligned to business objectives, deliver agreed benefits, and are effectively governed throughout their lifecycle.

A key part of this role is building strong relationships across the organisation. You'll work collaboratively with stakeholders to understand service needs, manage expectations, and ensure engagement remains strong throughout the transformation journey . You'll also be responsible for identifying, monitoring, and mitigating risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest possible standard.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for a confident and capable project management professional with a strong understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of delivering successful projects and transformation programmes . You'll have the ability to develop robust project plans, business cases, and supporting project documentation, while confidently analysing complex information and data to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities . You will be comfortable turning data into meaningful insights and presenting findings in a clear and engaging way through reports, performance metrics, and formal presentations.

You will be highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet challenging deadlines, and work collaboratively across teams. A natural relationship builder, you'll enjoy mentoring and supporting colleagues while contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment . You'll bring a strong working knowledge of project management methodologies, techniques, and tools, together with a recognised PRINCE2 Project Management qualification (or equivalent experience) . Most importantly, you'll have the drive and expertise to deliver tangible outcomes, manage risk effectively, and support transformational change that delivers measurable business benefits .

About us

About us
Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.

The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?