In this role you lead technology-enabled business change projects for Surrey County Council, partnering with senior stakeholders, suppliers and technical teams. You’ll manage the full project lifecycle to modernise services, improve customer experiences and deliver measurable benefits. The position offers variety, from major corporate solutions to smaller concurrent efforts, with a focus on governance, risk management and benefits realization. You’ll contribute to the council’s digital transformation agenda while promoting strong project management practice.
Pay / Benefits
26 days holiday (pro-rated)
local government pension
option to buy up to 10 days additional leave
carer’s leave
volunteering days
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Responsibilities
Lead projects from initiation to implementation
Engage stakeholders and manage expectations
Plan, procure, and manage suppliers and contracts
Oversee systems implementation and integration; conduct business analysis
Track scope, schedule, budgets, and quality against governance
Promote PRINCE2 principles and project management best practices
Coordinate resources across IT&D, business services and vendors
Contribute to digital transformation and corporate technology initiatives
Key requirements
Successful delivery of multiple projects through full lifecycle
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills
Experience managing project plans, risks, issues, budgets and resources
Experience working with suppliers and external partners
Ability to analyse complex information and develop practical solutions
Experience applying PRINCE2 methodologies
Knowledge of business change and technology-enabled transformation
Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries
PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification (or willingness to achieve)
Competence using project management tools such as Microsoft Project
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