This vacancy is being recruited on behalf of Uttlesford District Council, who will be your employer. To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

Programme Manager

Temporary Contract up to 24 months

Salary Grade 10 £51,356 rising to £54,495

This is an exciting opportunity to join Uttlesford District Council at a pivotal time.  As Programme Manager, you will lead one or more programmes within our Corporate Programme, driving strategic change and delivering outcomes that make a real difference to our residents and communities.

You will build compelling business cases, establish programme governance, manage risks and issues, and embed project and programme management practice across the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will influence and shape critical programmes that support the Council’s transformation journey.

Working closely with the Head of Transformation & Projects, you will take a leadership role within the team and manage up to three officers within the project management and business analysis disciplines.

Why Join Us?

• Help form a new team and service: Play a key role in shaping processes and embedding programme and project management across the organisation.
• Broaden your experience of local government: Work on diverse programmes that span multiple service areas and priorities.
• Shape and deliver critical programmes: Support the organisation as it prepares for Local Government Reorganisation, influencing how services evolve for the future.

About You

• We’re looking for an experienced programme management professional with:
• Expert knowledge of programme and project management methodologies
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• A track record of delivering major change programmes in complex environments
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Relevant qualifications such as APM Practitioner or equivalent are desirable, and we welcome candidates who are working towards these or willing to obtain them.

Uttlesford District Council is a family friendly Council.  We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers. 

For an informal discussion please contact Katy Chambers, Head of Transformation and Projects 01799 510488.

To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 21 January 2026.

CVs will not be accepted.

Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Fostering Friendly Employer and proud to support our Care Leavers and the Armed Forces Covenant.  Anyone disclosing a disability or is a Care leaver or is a member of the Armed Forces community (Veteran/Service leaver, Reserve Forces, or their Spouses/Partners or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer) whose application meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.