Your newpany
Hays Accountancy & Finance are seeking a Business & Project Support Officer for our client, offering a unique opportunity to shape and deliver impactful public service projects. This role will lead strategic initiatives, influence decision-making, and work across departments to improve services formunities. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to grow your career while making a difference—this role is for you.
Your new role
1. Plan and prioritise multi-year asset and service projects.
2. Align business cases with strategic and financial goals.
3. Manage a central database of business cases and evaluations.
4. Deliver training and support on business case development.
5. Lead project working groups and ensure robust case development.
6. Collaborate with finance teams for cost and affordability analysis.
7. Oversee submission, feedback, and approval of business cases.
8. Manage project transitions, budgets, and spend tracking.
9. Conduct post-project evaluations and ensureernance closure.
10. Support procurement and tender evaluations.
11. Maintain assurance frameworks and ensure GDPRpliance.
12. Handle audits, FOI requests, and fraud reporting.
13. Manage SharePoint systems and drive service improvements.
14. Support strategic initiatives and deputise for the Business Manager.
15. Promote organisational values and contribute to performance targets.
What you'll need to succeed
16. Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field + 2 years’ experience in business case development in a large organisation OR HND (or equivalent) in a relevant field + 3 years’ experience in business case development in a large organisation.
17. Strong planning and organisational abilities.
18. Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
19. Excellent written and verbalmunication.
20. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and management information systems.
21. Other Requirements - Valid driving licence and access to transport for business use.
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.