Are you an experienced Project Manager who can drive projects from initiation through to delivery? Do you thrive in a role where organisation, communication, and continuous improvement are key?
We are looking for a Project Manager to join BPAS, reporting to the Head of Programme Management Office (PMO). In this role, you will be responsible for delivering assigned projects across the organisation, ensuring they are effectively scoped, planned, and delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.
You will work closely with stakeholders across BPAS, supporting organisational priorities through effective project delivery, governance, reporting, and change management.
Main duties of the job
* Manage assigned projects from initiation through to closure, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards
* Define project scope, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
* Maintain accurate project documentation including project plans, risk and issue logs, highlight reports, and governance records
* Build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, operational teams, subject matter experts, and external partners
* Coordinate communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams to support effective project delivery and change management
* Prepare and present project reports, dashboards, and updates to stakeholders and senior leads as required
* Identify, monitor, and escalate project risks, issues, and dependencies appropriately, supporting continuous improvement and lessons learned activities
About you
You’ll have proven experience managing projects through the full lifecycle, including planning, reporting, and risk management, and be confident working with stakeholders.
Strong organisation and prioritisation skills are essential, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and produce clear, accurate reporting. You’ll have a sound understanding of project management principles and methodologies, or hybrid approaches.
We are also looking for:
* Competent in Microsoft Office & tools such as MS Project
* Recognised project management qualification (desirable)
Benefits
* 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Life assurance at 3 salary
* Defined contribution pension scheme
* Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year
* MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support
* Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits
* Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance
Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.
Salary
£50,000 per annum
Hours of Work
Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 17:00 | Friday 09:00 to 15:30
Location
Hybrid working with visits to BPAS Head office typically on a monthly basis. This could vary depending on project needs. Travel may also be required to other BPAS locations in line with business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent working experience
* Recognised project management qualification (or desire to acquire one)
General
* Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
* Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
* Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
* This role is for 36 hours per week over Monday to Friday. Can you commit to this working pattern?
* This is a hybrid contract with travel to Head Office in Leamington Spa typically once a month. This could be more depending on project needs. Are you able to travel to Leamington Spa?
* Please add any further information or statements, if required, to support your application.
Experience
* Proven experience managing projects from initiation to delivery, including planning, risk management, and reporting
* Experience liaising with multiple stakeholders to achieve project objectives
* Experience supporting change initiatives or service improvement projects
* Experience in regulated or healthcare-related environments
Skills & Knowledge
* Understanding of project management principles, tools, and techniques (e.g., Agile, Prince2, or hybrid approaches).
* Tell me about your awareness of governance, compliance, and risk management processes in projects
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