Project Manager | Higher Education | Permanent | £45,000-£52,000 | North West | 3 days a week
I'm working with a university based in the northwest that is investing in its change and transformation capability and is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to deliver a diverse portfolio of strategic projects.
This is a genuinely hands-on role within a growing transformation function, offering the opportunity to shape projects from the outset rather than simply maintain established processes.
The portfolio spans both business and digital change, with current priorities including organisational improvement initiatives, portfolio reviews and institution-wide transformation programmes.
The Role
- Lead complex projects from initial scoping and planning through to implementation and benefits realisation.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across academic and professional services teams.
- Establish practical project governance, reporting and delivery standards within an evolving project environment.
- Deliver a mix of business and technology-focused projects, working closely with suppliers, end users and senior sponsors.
About You
- Experience delivering projects within the UK higher education sector.
- A broad understanding of university operations and experience working across multiple functions.
- Proven ability to lead complex change projects and influence senior stakeholders.
- A recognised project, programme or change management qualification, or equivalent experience.
- A pragmatic approach to project delivery, balancing governance with getting things done.
- Able to work on campus for part of the week and ideally available to start within a reasonable timeframe.
What's on Offer?
- Permanent opportunity within a growing transformation function.
- Salary between £45,000 and £52,000.
- Flexible working arrangements and generous annual leave entitlement.
- The opportunity to help shape the future of project delivery and change across the institution.
Interested? Get in touch with your CV and a brief overview of your background, and I'll be happy to share further details. Confidential chat, reach out to William David (w.david@gravitasgroup.com).