Are you an experienced Business Manager ready to lead on high-impact strategic programmes? We’re seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to join our Programme Management team, supporting the delivery of vital public services that transform lives and communities. The Role As a Business Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting and enabling high-performing programme delivery teams. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll lead on business planning, governance, finance tracking, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring that our programmes deliver maximum value and impact. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of service transformation and major projects within a high-profile local authority. Key Responsibilities * Lead the business management function across a portfolio of programmes, providing high-level coordination and operational oversight. * Manage financial and performance tracking, ensuring effective budget control, forecasting, and reporting. * Support governance processes, including preparation for board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance and transparency. * Drive improvements in programme delivery by leading on continuous improvement initiatives, risk management, and process optimisation. * Act as the key liaison point between programme teams, corporate services, and external stakeholders. * Lead on workforce planning, resource allocation, and recruitment support to ensure teams are fully equipped to deliver. About You We’re looking for someone who is: * Highly organised with strong business planning and coordination skills. * Experienced in working in large, complex organisations—ideally in local government or public services. * Confident managing budgets, tracking performance, and overseeing governance processes. * A natural problem-solver who can work independently and influence senior stakeholders. * Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Essential Requirements * Significant experience in business or programme management. * Strong understanding of local government processes and the political environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships. * Proficiency in financial reporting, risk analysis, and governance management. Why Join Us? * Be part of a forward-thinking and ambitious council committed to improving lives. * Work with a supportive, collaborative team passionate about service transformation. * Excellent benefits including a generous pension scheme, flexible working, and learning & development opportunities