Job Description

£46,142 - £51,356 per annum | Fixed Term 3 year contract | Full Time, 37 hours per week | Preston

Your chance to make a difference to Lancashire's Armed Forces community.

Bring your exceptional people skills and strategic mindset to a role where your work truly matters. This is your chance to lead with impact, deliver meaningful change and see the results of your efforts every day-an opportunity to shine and make a difference.

You will be a natural communicator who thrives on building strong relationships, with well-honed interpersonal skills and the ability to lead complex projects from start to finish. In this role, you'll bring clarity, confidence and collaboration to every stage of delivery, ensuring stakeholders are engaged, deadlines are met and outcomes make a real difference.

Finding that balance between the engagement activity you will lead on, coupled with the project management elements, you'll lead initiatives that improve services and create opportunities for Armed Forces veterans and their families. From community engagement to service transformation, you'll be at the heart of projects that bring lasting impact and pride.

About the role

Our job description sets out the main duties of the role in much more detail - but in summary:

• Work closely with organisations who support veterans, their families, and other local partners to ensure support is accessible and effective.
• Collaborate across council departments and stakeholders to drive positive change.
• Plan, manage, and deliver meaningful projects that make a tangible difference.
• Ensure our work is communicated to the public and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, manage risks and ensure compliance with governance frameworks.

About You

Your experience to date will have really helped shape your knowledge and skills around:

• Communicating and engaging - exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships, work well with others, influence and communicate at all levels
• Supporting organisations who help veterans and their families to integrate into their communities and mobilising Lancashire's armed forces community speak with one voice
• Working with stakeholders, develop a countywide Armed Forces strategy and action plan to deliver on the council's Covenant commitments.
• Provide policy support and guidance to the county council's Armed Forces and Veterans Champion.
• Balance strategic and operational thinking at the same time with effective project management approaches
• Being motivated to make a real impact and take pride in the meaningful work we do

Why Join Us?

• Chance to help make a difference across Lancashire
• Be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and integrity.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
• Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Take pride in a role that improves lives and strengthens communities.
• We are really proud of what we do and the impact this role will make - and we know you will too

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to lead projects that matter, support veterans and their families, and help shape the future of local government, apply today and be part of something bigger.

Closing Date: 01 February 2026

Interview Date: w/c 23 February 2026

For informal discussion, please contact Kieran Curran - Head of Service Corporate Strategy and Policy on 01772 536068 or via email at: Kieran.curran@lancashire.gov.uk. You can also hear more about this opportunity here: Armed Forces recruitment

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