Summary: The Project Manager will oversee the implementation of strategic education initiatives, focusing on transitioning payroll systems for schools while ensuring projects are executed on time and within budget. This role requires effective project management and communication skills to engage with various stakeholders across local government and education sectors. The postholder will also manage teams and address challenges to enhance service delivery through data-driven decision-making. Ultimately, the position aims to align stakeholders and achieve sustainable outcomes for schools and the council.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of strategic education initiatives.
- Transition schools’ payroll systems.
- Ensure timely and budget-conscious execution of projects.
- Engage with stakeholders across local government and education sectors.
- Manage teams and resolve barriers to progress.
- Drive service improvement through effective data use.
- Support decision-making and organisational change.
- Align diverse stakeholders to deliver impactful outcomes.
Key Skills:
- Strong project management skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Effective communication skills.
- Experience in managing teams.
- Ability to resolve barriers to progress.
- Proficient in data analysis for decision-making.
- Understanding of educational and local government sectors.
Salary (Rate): £35.00/hr
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
The Project Manager will lead the delivery of strategic education initiatives, including transitioning schools’ payroll systems, ensuring timely, budget-conscious execution aligned with school needs. Operating in a dynamic environment, the role demands strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills. The postholder will collaborate across local government and education sectors, manage teams, and resolve barriers to progress. Their work will drive service improvement through effective data use, supporting decision-making and organisational change. This role is pivotal in aligning diverse stakeholders and delivering impactful, sustainable outcomes for schools and the council. For more information, please contact Simone for more details.
