Programme Manager – Uttlesford District Council
Posted 1 day ago by Essex County Council
£54,495 Per year
Undetermined
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Essex, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Programme Manager role at Uttlesford District Council involves leading strategic programmes that drive change and deliver impactful outcomes for the community. The position requires collaboration with senior stakeholders and managing a team of project management and business analysis professionals. This temporary contract offers an opportunity to shape processes and embed project management practices within the organization. The role is pivotal as the council prepares for Local Government Reorganisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead one or more programmes within the Corporate Programme.
- Drive strategic change and deliver outcomes for residents and communities.
- Build compelling business cases and establish programme governance.
- Manage risks and issues associated with programmes.
- Embed project and programme management practices across the organization.
- Influence and shape critical programmes supporting the Council’s transformation journey.
- Manage up to three officers within project management and business analysis disciplines.
Key Skills:
- Expert knowledge of programme and project management methodologies.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Track record of delivering major change programmes in complex environments.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Relevant qualifications such as APM Practitioner or equivalent are desirable.
Salary (Rate): £54,495 yearly
City: Essex
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
About The Role
Programme Manager - Uttlesford District Council
Temporary Contract up to 24 months
Salary Grade 10 £51,356 rising to £54,495
Closing Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
This vacancy is being recruited on behalf of Uttlesford District Council, who will be your employer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Uttlesford District Council at a pivotal time. As Programme Manager, you will lead one or more programmes within our Corporate Programme, driving strategic change and delivering outcomes that make a real difference to our residents and communities. You will build compelling business cases, establish programme governance, manage risks and issues, and embed project and programme management practice across the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will influence and shape critical programmes that support the Council’s transformation journey. Working closely with the Head of Transformation & Projects, you will take a leadership role within the team and manage up to three officers within the project management and business analysis disciplines.
Why Join Us?
- Help form a new team and service: Play a key role in shaping processes and embedding programme and project management across the organisation.
- Broaden your experience of local government: Work on diverse programmes that span multiple service areas and priorities.
- Shape and deliver critical programmes: Support the organisation as it prepares for Local Government Reorganisation, influencing how services evolve for the future.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced programme management professional with:
- Expert knowledge of programme and project management methodologies
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- A track record of delivering major change programmes in complex environments
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Relevant qualifications such as APM Practitioner or equivalent are desirable, and we welcome candidates who are working towards these or willing to obtain them.
Uttlesford District Council is a family friendly Council. We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Katy Chambers, Head of Transformation and Projects 01799 510488.
Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 21 January 2026. CVs will not be accepted.
Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Fostering Friendly Employer and proud to support our Care Leavers and the Armed Forces Covenant. Anyone disclosing a disability or is a Care leaver or is a member of the Armed Forces community (Veteran/Service leaver, Reserve Forces, or their Spouses/Partners or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer) whose application meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.