Project Manager

Full time (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Fixed Term Contract for 18 months

Grade 6 - £38,649 - £42,329 per annum

Petersfield / Hybrid working

A key priority for East Hampshire District Council is to deliver an ambitious transformation programme that delivers real change for residents and businesses. We are seeking to appoint a Project Manager to support the delivery of this programme and other priority projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the way in which we deliver services. Working as part of the Projects and Programmes Team, you will provide expert project management to a variety of service delivery teams as we change the way that East Hampshire District Council works.

Your role will include all aspects of project management best practice, working collaboratively with services and engaging a wide range of stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are delivered - your excellent organisational and people skills will be key! You will be an expert multi-tasker, be flexible and adaptable, and enjoy working as part of a team - the nature and scope of work is varied, and encompasses a wide range of council services and officers - which means everyday is different.

Experience or qualifications in project management would be desirable - this is a great opportunity to use your experience and transferable skills on a wide range of work streams at a very exciting time for the Council.

Joining our team presents an exciting opportunity to be creative and innovative and drive transformational change. If this fits with your style and ambition, then we would like to hear from you.

In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working options, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and more.

Our website has information on our values and the benefits we offer our staff - Benefits of working for us East Hampshire District Council

If you have any specific questions about the role, please contact Lucy Lendon, PA to David Brown (Executive Director of Corporate Services), at Lucy.Lendon@easthants.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 27 October 2025 with interviews likely to be held on 10 November 2025.

East Hampshire District Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are proud of being a Disability Confident Committed employer and appoint on merit.

The Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans is a commitment that the Council has made to support the Armed Forces Community Covenant - you can find more on this scheme and eligibility here.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.