As the Programme Support Officer apprentice, you will be the key point of contact and support for many projects across the portfolio. With responsibility for providing a range of support functions, you will gain great exposure and experience in matters relating to project governance, procurement, budget management, risk management and continuous improvement. This role will suit someone with the commitment and desire to work towards becoming an Associate Project Manager (Level 4) and student membership of the Association for Project Management (APM). Although some hybrid working is available, the role is predominantly based at the Civic Centre, Enfield.
Entry requirement: Candidates must have an English and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4 or higher or equivalent. You will be asked to provide evidence of Maths and English certificates.
Key Qualifications
* You will have had some experience in a business support or project environment.
* Strong and confident communication skills.
* A solution-focused approach to challenges.
* Strong IT/technical skills including strong Excel skills and knowledge.
* Taking responsibility.
* Being open, honest and respectful.
* Willing to listen and learn.
* Creating an environment for all members to work together to find solutions.
Working Conditions
Working week: Full time, 36 hours per week including training.
Salary
£30,288
Benefits
* An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.
* A blend of remote and office-based working for most roles.
* Interest‑free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.
* Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.
* Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.
* Health and leisure discounts and tax‑free bikes for work.
* 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care.
An exciting chance to shape the future! This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in developing a career in Project Management within a fast‑paced environment and supporting multiple projects. You will learn and earn as you train for a professional qualification, and be part of a team who are passionate about providing opportunities, as well as developing, mentoring and supporting others within the industry. At Enfield Council we're working to create a more vibrant, greener and healthier borough through the Journeys and Places Programme. You will be part of a PMO team who support the delivery of projects which are enhancing town centres, making neighbourhoods safer, and delivering walking and cycling networks.
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