Project Officer

The Council is seeking a Project Officer for a fixed term of two years, working 37 hours per week. The role is crucial for implementing fundamental changes in response to budget constraints and supporting various corporate projects, particularly within the Corporate Landlord service. The successful candidate will possess strong project management skills, focus on improving systems and ways of working, and adhere to the Council's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. A valid driving licence is required, and the position follows the Council's Hybrid Working Policy. The application process includes a closing date of 23 July 2025 and interviews on 08 August 2025.

Project Officer
Job description
37 hours per week
Fixed Term – 2 years
In challenging times for local government, the Council is facing difficult decisions on how to meet the needs of the whole community with a reducing budget. To meet the estimated financial savings, the Council is looking to make fundamental changes to meet the unprecedented challenges ahead.
The Council’s central transformation team has an important role to play in supporting and delivering a range of projects across all service areas in line with the Council’s corporate transformation agenda.
A high performer with expertise in project management, you will be working within the central team to support key corporate projects aligned to our Corporate Landlord service, including the implementation of an improved computerised system and introducing new ways of working to achieve the desired benefits.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees
A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.
The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.
Closing Date: 23 July 2025
Shortlisting Date: 23 July 2025
Interview Date: 08 August 2025