Project Support Officer role at Royal British Legion.
Location: Homebased, with some travel required.
Contract type: Fixed Term Contracts.
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week.
Are you passionate about driving change and supporting projects from conception to completion?
We’re seeking two Project Support Officers to join RBL’s Transformation team on a 12‑month Fixed Term basis.
With a growing number of strategic programmes, the Transformation Management Office (TMO) is committed to maintaining its successful achievements and provides both Permanent and Fixed Term Contract opportunities.
As a key member of the TMO, you’ll facilitate smooth project workflows, coordinate schedules and ensure timely delivery of outcomes. You will also play an integral role in understanding the RAF and making a difference to the lives of those who have served or are serving.
Reporting into the Transformation Cluster Leader, the successful Project Support Officer will be proactive, detail‑oriented, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
Key responsibilities
* Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to ensure programme and project delivery is managed to a defined plan, with the appropriate project management methods, processes and standards implemented and maintained throughout the programme or project lifecycle.
* Engage with stakeholders at various levels to gather requirements, provide updates and address concerns.
* Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to prepare regular progress reports and presentations.
* Support the identification, assessment and mitigation of risks and issues, working closely with Programme and Project managers to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Employee benefits
* 28 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays) with optional annual leave purchase scheme up to 5 working days.
* Generous pension contributions, with employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%.
* Flexible working options may be available, depending on your role.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.
* Learning courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives.
* Opportunities to volunteer.
* Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more.
You will be expected to travel in the course of your work, including to our London Haig House hub. You will be contracted to your home address, and will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we have enough strong applications to fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
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