WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
City, Leeds
Project Manager £46,889 per annum - Grade 8 Leeds / Hybrid Full time / Permanent - 37 hours per week Closing date 15 March at 23:55 Please note that the Combined Authority will consider requests for part-time working and/or job share. We currently have a vacancy for a Project Manager to join our Data Programme team as part of the wider Bus Reform Programme. As Project Manager focusing on IT and Bus Reform, you will collaborate with a network of internal and external stakeholders. This includes business analysts, technical partner specialists, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Workstream Leads across all delivery areas, and other Project Managers. You will play a central role in coordinating these groups to ensure alignment, drive progress, and support the successful delivery of project outcomes. This is a broad and varied opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to play a central role across multiple high-profile workstreams, each focused on delivering the digital products and systems essential to the successful implementation of bus franchising. The Bus Reform programme is a flagship priority for the Mayor of West Yorkshire, bringing with it high visibility, strong political backing and a unique platform to influence a landmark regional initiative. This is not only a major project to deliver - it s a rare chance to help shape the future of public transport for an entire region. This once in a generation, multi million pound programme will reshape how bus services operate across the whole of West Yorkshire, creating a more integrated, reliable and passenger-focused network. As the project progresses, it is expected to attract significant regional investment, giving our new ICT Project Manager the chance to contribute to one of the most ambitious transport reforms in the region whilst also benefiting from substantial opportunities for professional growth. Please note that interviews will be held Tuesday 24 March. Our Offer Work your way From flexible and agile working options, including a generous flexi-time scheme to help you balance your personal life and career. Time to recharge Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (with increases based on length of service), plus all Bank Holidays. Free greener travel across West Yorkshire Cover your commute sustainably with unlimited free bus and rail travel using the MCard (Zones 1 5). Secure your future Benefit from a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Investing in you Take advantage of fully funded professional development, regular training, and up to 3 paid volunteering days per year. Grow with us Incremental salary progression for most roles and annual cost of living increases. Family first We offer enhanced parental and bereavement leave, plus other family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most. Your wellbeing, our priority Access 24/7 free confidential counselling services and the Headspace app for you and up to 5 family or friends. Modern workspace in a prime location Work in bright, contemporary offices just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station, fully equipped with the latest tech. The Role Reporting into the Data Programme Lead, your key responsibilities will include: Lead the planning and delivery of medium/high profile IT projects which form part of a wider business transformation programme for the organisation, including ERP implementation, Azure migration, data platform implementation, CRM development, ICT procurements, service management and digitising services. Develop detailed ICT systems requirement specifications and Business cases to achieve key business outcomes and meet user needs. Ensure that project management procedures are followed in accordance with the Assurance Framework and that reports are planned and prepared for the relevant governance and committee meetings in a timely manner. Please review the Role Profile for more information about the responsibilities. About You You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience: Educated to a degree level or have equivalent practical experience of working in a similar role. Experience of prioritising, planning, and organising workloads to manage expectations and deadlines. Supporting the delivery of projects to time, scope and budget in a fast-paced business change environment. Proven experience of confidently and professionally conveying information both written and oral in a clear, concise and persuasive style. Fosters good working relations across the organisation, building effective stakeholder relationships. To Apply If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form on our website and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements within the Role Profile. Please visit our Advice for Candidates webpage and review the guidance on this page for support in completing your application form. Further Information The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro divergent. To find out more about inclusivity at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority please visit our dedicated webpage. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met. Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases on an annual basis.
Project Manager £46,889 per annum - Grade 8 Leeds / Hybrid Full time / Permanent - 37 hours per week Closing date 15 March at 23:55 Please note that the Combined Authority will consider requests for part-time working and/or job share. We currently have a vacancy for a Project Manager to join our Data Programme team as part of the wider Bus Reform Programme. As Project Manager focusing on IT and Bus Reform, you will collaborate with a network of internal and external stakeholders. This includes business analysts, technical partner specialists, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Workstream Leads across all delivery areas, and other Project Managers. You will play a central role in coordinating these groups to ensure alignment, drive progress, and support the successful delivery of project outcomes. This is a broad and varied opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to play a central role across multiple high-profile workstreams, each focused on delivering the digital products and systems essential to the successful implementation of bus franchising. The Bus Reform programme is a flagship priority for the Mayor of West Yorkshire, bringing with it high visibility, strong political backing and a unique platform to influence a landmark regional initiative. This is not only a major project to deliver - it s a rare chance to help shape the future of public transport for an entire region. This once in a generation, multi million pound programme will reshape how bus services operate across the whole of West Yorkshire, creating a more integrated, reliable and passenger-focused network. As the project progresses, it is expected to attract significant regional investment, giving our new ICT Project Manager the chance to contribute to one of the most ambitious transport reforms in the region whilst also benefiting from substantial opportunities for professional growth. Please note that interviews will be held Tuesday 24 March. Our Offer Work your way From flexible and agile working options, including a generous flexi-time scheme to help you balance your personal life and career. Time to recharge Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (with increases based on length of service), plus all Bank Holidays. Free greener travel across West Yorkshire Cover your commute sustainably with unlimited free bus and rail travel using the MCard (Zones 1 5). Secure your future Benefit from a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Investing in you Take advantage of fully funded professional development, regular training, and up to 3 paid volunteering days per year. Grow with us Incremental salary progression for most roles and annual cost of living increases. Family first We offer enhanced parental and bereavement leave, plus other family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most. Your wellbeing, our priority Access 24/7 free confidential counselling services and the Headspace app for you and up to 5 family or friends. Modern workspace in a prime location Work in bright, contemporary offices just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station, fully equipped with the latest tech. The Role Reporting into the Data Programme Lead, your key responsibilities will include: Lead the planning and delivery of medium/high profile IT projects which form part of a wider business transformation programme for the organisation, including ERP implementation, Azure migration, data platform implementation, CRM development, ICT procurements, service management and digitising services. Develop detailed ICT systems requirement specifications and Business cases to achieve key business outcomes and meet user needs. Ensure that project management procedures are followed in accordance with the Assurance Framework and that reports are planned and prepared for the relevant governance and committee meetings in a timely manner. Please review the Role Profile for more information about the responsibilities. About You You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience: Educated to a degree level or have equivalent practical experience of working in a similar role. Experience of prioritising, planning, and organising workloads to manage expectations and deadlines. Supporting the delivery of projects to time, scope and budget in a fast-paced business change environment. Proven experience of confidently and professionally conveying information both written and oral in a clear, concise and persuasive style. Fosters good working relations across the organisation, building effective stakeholder relationships. To Apply If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form on our website and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements within the Role Profile. Please visit our Advice for Candidates webpage and review the guidance on this page for support in completing your application form. Further Information The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro divergent. To find out more about inclusivity at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority please visit our dedicated webpage. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met. Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases on an annual basis.
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Project Lead - ES/E37b Grade K £36,951 pa Location Leeds Do you want to work for an organisation that values you as an individual? An organisation that will support your professional development? What about an organisation that has Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of everything that it does? How about an organisation that does all these things and more? Yes? Then look no further than the West Yorkshire Combined Authority! Listen to what our staff say on our 'Life at West Yorkshire Combined Authority' webpage. This is a permanent post linked to funding. We currently have a vacancy fora Project Lead to join our new Multiply team within the Economic Services directorate. The UK Government has committed that the first priority of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will be Multiply. With up to £559 million in funding available nationally, Multiply has the potential to reach adults across the whole United Kingdom over the next three years; improving their functional numeracy skills. West Yorkshire has been awarded £12.4 million of delegated funds and will focus the funding on three key workstreams: individual engagement activities business focused intervention for existing workforce and, capacity building in the sector. It is an exciting time to be joining the Mayoral Combined Authority. We have a wide variety of exciting projects that we are working on which will help shape the West Yorkshire region. In 2021 the £1.8bn devolution deal was secured for West Yorkshire. This meant the first Mayor of West Yorkshire was subsequently elected, with Tracy Brabin taking up post in May 2021. The devolution deal and election of the Mayor has enabled us to start to drive up living standards for local communities while tackling the climate emergency and helping to deliver our commitment to become a net zero carbon city region by 2038. To find out more about the work the Combined Authority is involved with take a look at our latest news stories . The Role Reporting into the AEB Manager, the key responsibilities To lead the project management of the delegated UKSPF Multiply programme in accordance with recognised contract and project management methodology. To design, implement and mobilise Multiply in line with funders targets. To manage project contracts and support teams to create innovative solutions to delivering Multiply. To manage the performance, productivity and wellbeing of the teams delivering Multiply through observation, coaching and development to achieve their targets To ensure the maintenance of key relationships with partners and timely reporting of key performance indicators (KPI's). Review the Role profile provided for more information about the responsibilities. About you You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience: Experience of working in a role within a programme or project environment Working with stakeholders to consult, share information and achieve outcomes Motivated to support the project to achieve and exceed performance and financial targets Highly organised able to maintain, improve and develop services and systems. A team player who isn't scared to take initiative, enjoys challenges and problem solving. Enthusiastic about the impact of adult skills on individuals Our offer Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including: 28 days Annual Leave (increasing upon years of service) plus bank holidays Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme Free Travel on rail and buses across West Yorkshire with the M-Card (Zones 1-5) Flexible Working Practices with Health & Wellbeing initiatives to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We have also recently undergone a major office refurbishment and have bright, airy, modern office space, with all latest technology, and just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station. We also have agile working options too if you would rather work from home, or another suitable location, as well as a generous flexi-time scheme. Have a look at our Employee Benefits webpage to find out more. To apply If this sounds like your next role, please upload your anonymised CV, and complete the application form on our application website telling us why you would be a great fit for our role. Please apply by 11:55pm on Thursday 6 October 2022 . Interviews will be held on the 12 and 13 October 2022. Further Information The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity. or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro-divergent. To find out more about inclusivity at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority please visit our dedicated webpage. Applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met. Whilst agile working is an option for most staff, there is an expectation that employees are able to attend the office in central Leeds as and when required. Candidates will be notified of invitation to interview by e-mail and interviews will be carried out either by phone, video or face to face. If you have any difficulty with the type of interview you are invited to, please inform the recruiting manager at your earliest convenience to enable them to consider an alternative solution. Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases, on an annual basis. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. We do however thank you for your application and encourage you to continue looking for roles on our Careers with Us website page. Candidate information will be retained by the Combined Authority for six months unless you make a request for this to be deleted. Terms and conditions Applicants are advised that the Combined Authority is currently in consultation with employees and Trade Unions to review the Terms and Conditions of Employment and Staff Benefits. The detail of the proposals for change, will be discussed with the successful candidate at the point of offer.
Project Lead - ES/E37b Grade K £36,951 pa Location Leeds Do you want to work for an organisation that values you as an individual? An organisation that will support your professional development? What about an organisation that has Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of everything that it does? How about an organisation that does all these things and more? Yes? Then look no further than the West Yorkshire Combined Authority! Listen to what our staff say on our 'Life at West Yorkshire Combined Authority' webpage. This is a permanent post linked to funding. We currently have a vacancy fora Project Lead to join our new Multiply team within the Economic Services directorate. The UK Government has committed that the first priority of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will be Multiply. With up to £559 million in funding available nationally, Multiply has the potential to reach adults across the whole United Kingdom over the next three years; improving their functional numeracy skills. West Yorkshire has been awarded £12.4 million of delegated funds and will focus the funding on three key workstreams: individual engagement activities business focused intervention for existing workforce and, capacity building in the sector. It is an exciting time to be joining the Mayoral Combined Authority. We have a wide variety of exciting projects that we are working on which will help shape the West Yorkshire region. In 2021 the £1.8bn devolution deal was secured for West Yorkshire. This meant the first Mayor of West Yorkshire was subsequently elected, with Tracy Brabin taking up post in May 2021. The devolution deal and election of the Mayor has enabled us to start to drive up living standards for local communities while tackling the climate emergency and helping to deliver our commitment to become a net zero carbon city region by 2038. To find out more about the work the Combined Authority is involved with take a look at our latest news stories . The Role Reporting into the AEB Manager, the key responsibilities To lead the project management of the delegated UKSPF Multiply programme in accordance with recognised contract and project management methodology. To design, implement and mobilise Multiply in line with funders targets. To manage project contracts and support teams to create innovative solutions to delivering Multiply. To manage the performance, productivity and wellbeing of the teams delivering Multiply through observation, coaching and development to achieve their targets To ensure the maintenance of key relationships with partners and timely reporting of key performance indicators (KPI's). Review the Role profile provided for more information about the responsibilities. About you You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience: Experience of working in a role within a programme or project environment Working with stakeholders to consult, share information and achieve outcomes Motivated to support the project to achieve and exceed performance and financial targets Highly organised able to maintain, improve and develop services and systems. A team player who isn't scared to take initiative, enjoys challenges and problem solving. Enthusiastic about the impact of adult skills on individuals Our offer Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including: 28 days Annual Leave (increasing upon years of service) plus bank holidays Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme Free Travel on rail and buses across West Yorkshire with the M-Card (Zones 1-5) Flexible Working Practices with Health & Wellbeing initiatives to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We have also recently undergone a major office refurbishment and have bright, airy, modern office space, with all latest technology, and just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station. We also have agile working options too if you would rather work from home, or another suitable location, as well as a generous flexi-time scheme. Have a look at our Employee Benefits webpage to find out more. To apply If this sounds like your next role, please upload your anonymised CV, and complete the application form on our application website telling us why you would be a great fit for our role. Please apply by 11:55pm on Thursday 6 October 2022 . Interviews will be held on the 12 and 13 October 2022. Further Information The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity. or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro-divergent. To find out more about inclusivity at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority please visit our dedicated webpage. Applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met. Whilst agile working is an option for most staff, there is an expectation that employees are able to attend the office in central Leeds as and when required. Candidates will be notified of invitation to interview by e-mail and interviews will be carried out either by phone, video or face to face. If you have any difficulty with the type of interview you are invited to, please inform the recruiting manager at your earliest convenience to enable them to consider an alternative solution. Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases, on an annual basis. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. We do however thank you for your application and encourage you to continue looking for roles on our Careers with Us website page. Candidate information will be retained by the Combined Authority for six months unless you make a request for this to be deleted. Terms and conditions Applicants are advised that the Combined Authority is currently in consultation with employees and Trade Unions to review the Terms and Conditions of Employment and Staff Benefits. The detail of the proposals for change, will be discussed with the successful candidate at the point of offer.
