Public Sector Transformation Lead - Senior Project Manager

Grant Thornton Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking a Project Manager at Senior Consultant or Assistant Manager level to join our Public Sector Transformation Excellence team. You will lead delivery of transformation, change and implementation projects for public sector clients in Ireland and internationally, coordinating workstreams and maintaining governance.

A third-level degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience are typical; strong stakeholder management, analytics and tender/document preparation will be

Qualifications

• A third-level degree, with a strong academic record.
• Typically 2 to 5 years’ relevant experience in project management, consulting, transformation, public sector delivery or a related field.
• Appointment at Senior Consultant or Assistant Manager level will depend on depth of experience, delivery track record, stakeholder management capability and evidence of leading workstreams or supporting junior colleagues.
• Proven project and/or programme management experience, preferably within a public sector organisation, consulting firm or professional services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects through the full lifecycle, from initiation to closure, delivering successful outcomes within agreed scope, timeline and budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of transformation, change and implementation projects for public sector clients, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, supporting clear communication, managing project queries and building strong working relationships.
• Conduct in-depth research and data analysis to inform strategic solutions for public sector organisations, including analysis of sector trends, regulation and operational data.
• Translate research, evidence and stakeholder input into practical recommendations tailored to each client’s operating context.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports and other deliverables that communicate project findings, insights and recommendations clearly to clients and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Consulting

Transformation

Public sector

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PRINCE2

Agile

Change management

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking a Project Manager at Senior Consultant or Assistant Manager level to join our Public Sector Transformation Excellence team. You will lead delivery of transformation, change and implementation projects for public sector clients in Ireland and internationally, coordinating workstreams and maintaining governance.

A third-level degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience are typical; strong stakeholder management, analytics and tender/document preparation will be