Have successfully led complex, multi-partner multi-million-pound projects, from start to finish - including securing funding, managing largescale procurement, and overseeing budgets. hold a recognised qualification in project (e.g. ChPP, APM PMQ) or programme management (e.g. MSP), with a commitment to ongoing professional development. are a confident communicator, able to build strong relationships at all levels, including with senior leaders, executive teams and external partners. are skilled in community engagement and comfortable working closely with local people in inclusive and respectful ways. think strategically and remain calm under pressure, able to navigate ambiguity and adapt projects as contexts evolve. have knowledge of, or strong connections to the South Wales Valleys, its distinct communities, places, and local character - or the ability to build this quickly and authentically. have developed successful significant partnership funding bids and managed relationships with major funders. are experienced in leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a matrix working environment. are motivated by fairness, inclusion and creating positive change. Senior Project ManagerNational Trust Cymru cares for many special places across Wales, from spectacular mountains, coast and countryside to some of the country’s finest castles, houses and gardens. We are also increasingly working through placebased partnerships to support vibrant urban and rural places beyond our own estate. This role offers flexible working between one of our South Wales hubs and home, with time increasingly spent across the South Wales Valleys as the work progresses. As this is a newer area of work for the National Trust, the role offers a genuine opportunity to help shape our approach - developing strong, placebased partnerships and ways of working rooted in local relationships, priorities and strengths. You’ll also be a senior member of our project and programme management community, contributing to best practice, learning and innovation across the National Trust. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside others to shape National Trust Cymru’s contribution across the South Wales Valleys, with a strong focus on place-based partnerships. The role will play a pivotal part in delivering our strategic commitment to ending unequal access to nature, beauty and heritage. You’ll work at the intersection of communities, partners and the National Trust, helping to create opportunities for people who currently have the least access to nature, heritage and local places. In practice, you’ll: Build longterm, trusted relationships with community groups, local organisations, public bodies and other partners across the South Wales Valleys. Matrixed support: You’ll have the support of our Community and Participation, External Affairs and Fundraising leads in Wales to help develop relationships, build understanding and shape the ambition and focus of our work in the Valleys. Spend significant time listening to what matters to communities, listening to what matters to people, understanding local priorities, and developing a deep understanding of place, with matrix support from of our Community and Participation lead. Champion community voice, ensuring lived experience and local insight are central to every stage of design, decisionmaking and delivery. Codesign approaches and projects with communities and partners, ensuring collaboration from concept through to delivery. Shape ideas into tangible, impactful projects, identifying opportunities with the greatest potential to address unequal access to nature, beauty and heritage. You’ll have significant scope to shape the direction and focus of the work, supported by senior leaders and a growing network of partners. Lead and partner in projects that open up access to nature and heritage in inclusive, relevant and innovative ways. Secure external funding and resources, including developing compelling funding bids and forming strong delivery partnerships. Bring together multidisciplinary teams, aligning colleagues and partners around shared goals and a clear sense of purpose, working in a matrixed way with expertise from across Wales and the wider National Trust. Provide clear project leadership, planning effectively, communicating openly and maintaining momentum through complexity and change. This is a role where your work has clear purpose, and where you will be able to see the difference your leadership makes to places and people. To discuss the role, contact Helen Pye, Assistant Director - helen.pye@nationaltrust.org.uk The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 22 March 2026 Important notice In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy. 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Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 169259IRC169259NewportFixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw for 32 mo)Ends: Mar 22nd 80.7 mi from WillenhallWe’re seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the establishment and delivery of our work in the South Wales Valleys - from initiation, planning and execution through to review and legacy planning. Our ambition is to work alongside communities and partners to ensure more people from underrepresented communities have equitable access to nature, heritage and local greenspaces. You’ll work closely with communities and partner organisations to understand what gets in the way of access - and then help remove those barriers in practical, lasting ways. This is a rare opportunity to shape new work in a place-based context. We’re looking for an inspirational leader with strong project management skills, capable of navigating complexity, building trust, and driving meaningful change at scale. You’ll listen, cocreate ideas, bring the right partners together, and secure the funding needed to turn shared ambition into action. You’ll need to be willing to travel across Wales with a particular focus on the South Wales Valleys. Mae’r hysbyseb wedi’i chyfieithu i’r Gymraeg ar gael yn yr atodiadau.Tredegar House, NULL, Newport, NP10 8YWCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK54,639 pa