A Central London University have an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Project Manager on a permanent full-time basis, based 3 days on site, 2 days remotely. The Project Manager's are responsible for 2-3 projects at any one time and the teams focus on strategic organisational change projects.

Examples of the type of work can include:

Academic workload management
Improving processes within professional services or
Improving on student facing services

You will work in collaboration with stakeholders across the University and be responsible for the delivery of organisational change projects.

Benefits:

Generous leave entitlement: 30 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days and 4 additional days during the Christmas holiday period.
Pension scheme: Automatic enrolment in the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) with the option to opt out.
Hybrid working: Flexible arrangements with at least 60% on-campus presence, promoting work-life balance.
Comprehensive induction and support for professional development.
Access to fitness and social facilities.
Season ticket loan for travel.
Commitment to sustainability and a supportive, inclusive work environment.
Equal opportunities employer, supporting diversity and inclusion in all activities.

Main Responsibilities

Project Delivery

Oversee project documentation and delivery, from business case approval to completion.
Define project scope, goals, plans, and deliverables with stakeholders and partners.
Establish and run effective governance structures, ensuring clear decision-making and documentation.
Guide and influence project teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
Manage and sign off on key project deliverables.
Monitor project plans, budgets, and forecasts, reporting progress and managing scope, cost, and timelines.
Implement change control processes, assessing impacts and facilitating informed decisions.

Team & Stakeholder Management

Support the University and staff through change alongside the Change Manager.
Engage stakeholders at all levels, maintaining involvement and managing expectations.
Promote project objectives and highlight benefits to the University.
Track and adjust progress throughout the change process to meet goals.
Develop and deliver clear communication plans tailored to the project's needs.

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and log risks, ensuring mitigation actions are implemented and monitored.
Track and report progress on risk resolution, maintaining control throughout.
Coordinate with other projects to manage dependencies and ensure alignment.

Essential experience required:

Substantial experience as a Project Manager with a track record of delivering at least one large and complex project.
Experience leading projects within a portfolio of inter-dependent projects.
Experience managing the full project lifecycle, from business case to closure.
Significant experience managing stakeholders and customer expectations.
Thorough understanding of project planning, reporting, risk management, and governance.

Application and interview process:

Application is CV only, so please ensure that your CV reflects all the essential experience listed. If your CV meets the requirements, then a member of the TPP team will be in touch with you within 3 working days to arrange a call (please also allow for xmas closure). If you haven't heard from us within 3 working days, unfortunately your CV hasn't been short-listed on this occasion.

Interviews are in-person (ideally) on 22nd and 24th January which will be a competency-based interview.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

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