Job Description

Client:Local Authority in Newham

Contract: Initial 3 month Interim Contract

Pay Rate: 650 Daily UMB

Hours: 36 Hours(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM

• Lead and deliver large, complex transformation projects across the organisation (up to 5m budgets)
• Plan, design, and manage projects from initiation through to implementation.
• Apply project management frameworks (e.g. Agile, PRINCE2) and ensure strong governance.
• Manage project resources (team members, analysts, contractors) and oversee delivery.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, including internal teams, senior leaders, and external partners.
• Monitor budgets, risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Produce reports, business cases, and performance updates for senior stakeholders
• Track and deliver benefits, savings, and return on investment (ROI).
• Support wider programme governance, reporting, and PMO activities.

• Qualified in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, APM).
• Strong understanding of:
  • Project & programme management principles
  • Risk, financial, and benefits management
  • Procurement and governance processes.

• Proven experience managing complex projects at a senior level.
• Experience delivering change / transformation programmes.
• Strong background in:
  • Stakeholder and contract management
  • Project planning, reporting, and governance
  • Delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards

• Strong leadership and team management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Ability to:
• • Analyse data and make decisions
  • Manage multiple priorities under pressure
  • Solve problems and manage conflict effectively.pdf)
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)

• Results-driven with a focus on delivery and outcomes
• Collaborative and able to influence across teams
• Adaptable and comfortable working in complex environments
• Committed to continuous improvement and good governance

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