Are you a dynamic programme manager with a passion for driving transformation and improving local government? If so Rushcliffe Borough Council have a great opportunity for you to lead change through Local Government Reorganisation in Nottinghamshire as a Project and Programme Manager. Location: Nottingham, NG2 7YG Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: £54,798 - £58,458 per annum Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 29th March 2026 About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern forward-thinking authority providing high quality services to over 119,000 people across the borough.Its modern purpose-built office and leisure centre facility at Rushcliffe Arena and Bingham Arena is the perfect place to progress your career. We are an award-winning and innovative council with a reputation for delivering high quality value for money services and exceeding our residents expectations.Rushcliffe is a great place for sport and home to a number of facilities such as Nottingham Forest football ground, Trent Bridge Cricket ground and Holme Pierrepoint water sports centre. Project and Programme Manager - The Role: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project and Programme Manager to lead this pivotal role at the heart of change, offering the chance to influence strategy, drive delivery, and ensure that our communities and businesses benefit from modern, responsive local government services. Working in an ambitious and forward-thinking council dedicated to making a positive impact, this is a unique opportunity to have a significant influence on the future direction of Council services in Nottinghamshire with a new two unitary council model proposed. Project and Programme Manager Key Responsibilities: - Drive forwards high-profile projects that sit at the heart of our reorganisation - Build strong relationships and work collaboratively across the Council, with councillors, staff, external stakeholders and partners and Nottinghamshires joint PMO - Create and oversee governance frameworks that keep complex programmes on track - Inspire teams, manage resources, and deliver results that matter - Champion innovation and embed best practice - Lead the change shape the future Project and Programme Manager - You: - Proven project and programme management, delivering multiple projects and managing risks - Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification or experience. - Strong data and systems skills using spreadsheets, databases and project tools - Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing abilities - Strategic thinking and problem-solving in complex environments - Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work under pressure - Strong leadership, political awareness and commitment to public service Project and Programme Manager Benefits: - Working in purpose-built offices with reduced price membership of the onsite leisure centre - Free car parking - Rushcliffe Rewards - save money across a range of retailers and leisure providers - Generous annual leave and opportunities to buy and sell leave - An opportunity to further your career with a high performing forward looking Authority with training to support CPD and personal development - Local Government pension scheme - A range of salary sacrifice schemes - A fully equipped vehicle. Rushcliffe Borough Council supports flexible and part-time working in line with the needs of the public that we serve and the business needs of the Council. Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 29th March 2026 Interviews will be held on: 13 and 15 April 2026 To submit your CV for this Project and Programme Manager opportunity click Apply now.