Council Project Manager

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Local government in Hampshire is entering a period of significant transformation. As part of a wider reorganisation initiative, this organisation is embarking on a complex and high-impact programme requiring strong leadership, coordination, and delivery focus. With its initial submission to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) complete, the next phase involves detailed transition planning and implementation readiness.

Your new role

• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive programme plan
• Leading project delivery across departments
• Managing risks, issues, and benefits realisation
• Supporting governance and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Facilitating collaborative working across internal teams and external partners

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience managing large-scale transformation projects in local government or public sector
• Strong understanding of local government operations and governance
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and organisational skills
• Ability to work at pace and bring clarity, structure, and drive to a multifaceted programme.
• Confidence to operate across political and professional boundaries
• Experience producing high-quality reports and managing senior-level governance

What you'll get in return

• A high-impact leadership role at a pivotal moment in public sector transformation
• Opportunity to shape and deliver a major local government reorganisation programme
• Collaborative working environment with senior leadership and external partners
• Competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements
• The chance to make a lasting difference in public service delivery

What you need to do now

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