As a project manager working on our transformation programme, you will drive forwards projects within our directorates to ensure that they find new ways to deliver improved service outcomes and realise efficiency savings. This will include will include overseeing service redesign involving the exploitation of new and emerging technologies and improving ways of working.
Organisation
Cheshire East Council
Location
Macclesfield, Crewe
Salary Min
£48,072 per annum
Salary Max
£54,994 per annum
Employment Type
Fixed Term
Contract Duration
9 months
Cheshire East Council has an interesting range of programmes and projects in our ambitious transformation programme. We are looking for Project Managers who want to make a difference for our residents, our economy and the council itself. As a project manager you will be the linchpin in delivering significant change in our services. You will be someone with experience of delivering complex change, ideally in the public sector or with relevant transfer skills and experience from other sectors. You will be someone who can help others find workable solutions to problems and keen to work in an environment where there is an appetite for change.
You will be part of our Transformation and Improvement Service, which provides capacity to deliver transformation projects across the council. We are in a significant period of change aimed at strengthening our leadership capacity and capability, modernising services and ensuring long-term financial resilience. At the same time, Cheshire East is preparing to work closely with the emerging Combined Authority, creating new opportunities to shape regional growth and collaboration.
You will be collaborative and influential, able to build relationships across organisational boundaries, negotiate effectively and bring people with you through the lifecycle of your project. Experience of leading large-scale projects in the public sector or similarly complex environments will be highly valued, alongside a clear understanding of how to balance financial outcomes with service improvement.
The council is committed to building a cohesive and resilient team of capable professionals to deliver sustainable improvement and transformation with a lasting impact for residents, communities and businesses across the borough.
Above all, you will be motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of a major local authority – delivering meaningful, lasting change that improves outcomes for communities.
If you think you would be a good fit for our team find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document.
In return we are able to offer:
- Enhanced annual leave - Start with an impressive 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service
- Purchase of annual leave – Want more time off? You can purchase up to 10 extra days of annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff)
- Flexible working pattern - Enjoy a 37-hour standard full-time work week with the added perks of flexi-time and hybrid/remote working arrangements where possible. Your work-life balance just got a whole lot better
- Salary sacrifice green car scheme - Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme. There’s no credit checks, no deposits, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease
- White goods salary sacrifice scheme - Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary
- Enhanced public pension - Secure your future with our career average pension, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay
- Cycle to work scheme - Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!
- Employee assistance programme - Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life’s challenges, both at work and in your personal life
- Discounted gym membership - Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including:
- Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
- Off-Peak Racket Sports
- Athletics Tracks
- Sauna/Steam/Spa
Join us and experience a workplace that truly values and supports you!
