About The Role
As a Project Manager within Planning, Performance and Strategic Change (PPSC), you’ll be at the forefront of delivering the University’s Strategy, working on complex change projects that span academic departments and professional services. You’ll have the opportunity to manage projects that enhance the university's future direction, contributing to one or more of the strategic themes: Education, Research, Community, Partnerships or Enablement.
This role is likely to be focused on the strategic Data and Insights (D&I) Project, though project assignments are subject to change as our portfolio responds to the University's latest priorities. The D&I Project is establishing robust data governance, demonstrating the value of enhanced data management and analytics capabilities across campus, and delivering a new central Data & Insight Hub.
You Will
* Manage high-priority projects that impact strategic delivery across the University.
* Collaborate with diverse teams of professional and academic colleagues to tackle complex challenges.
* Develop and strengthen project management capabilities throughout the institution, making a lasting impact on how we deliver success.
* Engage with stakeholders at all levels, from senior leadership to project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
* Present your progress and insights to the Project Board and other Executive Boards, ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic goals.
This position is offered on a full-time basis, fixed term for 2 years.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
* A passion for managing projects and an ability to inspire and engage others.
* Proven experience managing complex digital projects with multiple stakeholders.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
* A commitment to continuous improvement and helping the University achieve its ambitious goals.
What We Can Offer You
* A very generous employer contributory pension scheme.
* Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work-life balance.
* We are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements.
* An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce.
* A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities.
* A number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.
Closing Date: 11 Mar 2025
Department: Management, Specialist and Administration
Salary: £46,485 to £55,295 #J-18808-Ljbffr