Senior Project Manager - Finance and Business Management - 31005
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Job Description
The Environment Agency (EA) is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value diversity and strive to embrace it for the benefit of our staff, communities, and environment.
We have an exciting opportunity to lead in the strategic planning and business management of the largest digital transformation programme within the Environment & Business directorate. The Regulatory Services Programme is responsible for delivering digital services that will transform environmental regulation.
You will lead within the Programme Management Office (PMO), providing valuable input into the financial and business management of the programme to support risk mitigation, issue resolution, and value for money delivery.
We seek a candidate with a strong track record in managing complex financial information, collaborating to drive value for money, and influencing ongoing investment.
Responsibilities include:
1. Understanding the financial and economic cases underpinning the programme’s business case and spending review bids.
2. Ensuring programme deliverables align with strategic objectives, owning change control processes.
3. Supporting the Programme Manager to assure changes to Time, Cost, and Quality, working closely with delivery teams to ensure affordability and value.
4. Managing queries from senior stakeholders and delivering regular financial and programme reporting.
5. Supporting investment and funding activities with the Programme Manager and Director.
6. Ensuring adherence to governance and assurance requirements.
7. Supporting ongoing business management through whole-life cost allocations.
The Team
The Digital, Innovation and Programmes team oversees the Digital Strategy and its implementation across E&B, shaping digital service delivery to improve efficiency, simplicity, and speed.
You will collaborate with Defra shared services and third-party suppliers to develop user-centered online services and digital platforms.
Experience/Skills Required
Preferred but not essential:
* Experience in fast-paced, dynamic programmes
* Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, SharePoint, PowerBI)
* Experience managing complex financial data
* Understanding of financial, business planning, and budgeting processes, including charge funding, CDEL, RDEL, and recharges between Defra and EA
* Experience with business cases, approvals, and assurance routes, including change control
* Experience in digital programmes (helpful but not essential)
* Knowledge of governance around spend control and assurance processes
* Ability to lead and engage stakeholders, driving innovation and best practices
Additional Information
Support for incident management development, flexible working arrangements, and commitments to diversity and inclusion are provided. The role is national with a flexible working location, and some travel may be required. For more details, see the Candidate/Additional Information Pack or contact michelle.bartlett@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed blindly via competency questions. Interviews via MS Teams will be held within three weeks of the closing date. Candidates may be placed on a reserve list for six months for alternative roles.
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