Senior Project Manager - Finance and Business Management - 31005
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Job Description
The Environment Agency (EA) is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.
We have an exciting opportunity to be involved 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 how the Environment Agency regulates.
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 removing barriers to delivery, ensuring alignment with the business case and value for money.
We are looking for someone with a strong track record in managing complex financial information, collaborating with others to drive value for money, and influencing ongoing investment.
Responsibilities include:
* Understanding the financial and economic cases underpinning the Programme’s business case and spending review bids.
* Ensuring programme deliverables align with strategic objectives within the business case, owning the change control process.
* Supporting the Programme Manager to ensure changes to Time, Cost, and Quality are assured, working closely with delivery teams to ensure affordability and value for money.
* Managing queries from senior stakeholders and delivering regular programme reports, including financial reports and tracking across EA, Defra, and external suppliers.
* Supporting investment and funding activities alongside the Programme Manager and Director.
* Ensuring the programme adheres to governance and assurance requirements.
* Supporting ongoing business management through whole life cost allocations.
The Team
The Digital, Innovation and Programmes team is responsible for implementing the Digital Strategy across E&B. Our work sets the strategic direction for delivering digital services that will transform how the Environment Agency regulates.
You will work in a multidisciplinary team, alongside Defra shared services and third-party suppliers, to shape the delivery of user-centered online services and digital platforms that are more efficient, simpler, and faster to use.
Experience/Skills Required
Beneficial but not essential:
* Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic programme.
* Extensive digital skills across Microsoft products (Excel, SharePoint, PowerBI, etc.)
* Experience managing complex financial information.
* Understanding of financial, business planning, and budgetary processes, including charge funding, CDEL, and RDEL definitions, recharges between Defra and EA.
* Purchase order raising experience.
* Experience with business cases, EA and Defra approval and assurance routes, including change control processes.
* Experience in digital programmes (helpful but not essential).
* Awareness of governance requirements around spend control and assurance processes.
* Leadership in own area of work, engaging stakeholders, driving innovation, and best practices.
Additional Information
You’ll have an incident management objective in your development plan, with support and training provided.
The role is flexible regarding working location, with an EA Office base and options for remote work. Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
For more information, see the Candidate / Additional Information Pack. Queries can be directed to michelle.bartlett@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications are assessed “blind” based on competency questions. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams within three weeks of the closing date.
If you agree to be on a reserve list, your details will be held for six months, and you may be offered an alternative position.
Competencies
1. Influences and Persuades Others: Presenting convincing cases to gain acceptance, considering alternative approaches, handling objections, and achieving positive outcomes.
2. Manages the Business: Understanding organizational processes, resource management, and contributing to business plan achievements.
3. Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation, and Quality: Identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing changes, monitoring effectiveness, and gathering feedback.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service; therefore, employment does not confer Crown Service status. Eligibility for continuous service varies for local government and other bodies.
We value diversity and offer flexible working arrangements, including job sharing. We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
As a Non-Departmental Public Body, we use government frameworks for external recruitment and do not engage directly via post, email, or phone. For becoming a support supplier, visit the Crown Commercial Service website.
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