Project Manager
Location: Headquarters, Northallerton, occasional requirement to work in different locations
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Salary: PO9-12, £50,949 - £54,696
Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Role Profile – project manager.pdf
The Opportunity
As a Project Manager, you will be an integral part of the Portfolio & Programme Management team, responsible for planning, managing and delivering a wide range of projects and change initiatives. These initiatives directly support NYP’s organisational priorities, enabling improvements in performance and delivering demonstrable return on investment.
You will provide expert project management across the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, policies and processes. Your work will contribute to a high-performing service that is consistent, credible and aligned to the vision of one unified professional service.
You will also play a key role in shaping and continuously improving the organisation’s Portfolio & Programme Management model, supporting a positive, inclusive team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply professional project management methodology to deliver successful projects and realise business case benefits.
- Produce project documentation including plans, acceptance criteria, risk and issue logs, and oversee specialist resources for design, implementation and testing.
- Manage scope, cost, resources, communication, risk, procurement and quality throughout each project.
- Troubleshoot issues and provide pragmatic problem-solving in a customer-focused environment.
- Produce, manage and reconcile project budgets, with reporting in line with governance requirements.
- Maintain project risk registers and escalate appropriately.
- Work in partnership with business areas to support effective implementation and transition to BAU.
- Collaborate with Business Analysts to ensure solutions are well-developed, tested and capable of delivering intended benefits.
- Conduct peer and quality reviews of projects, providing recommendations to support NYP strategies.
- Produce monthly reports on progress, risks, and delivery against time, cost and quality constraints.
- Lead and manage one or more project teams, motivating staff and managing performance.
- Provide leadership and oversight to Business Analysts, ensuring timely, risk‑weighted analytical advice.
- Engage proactively with stakeholders across NYP and partner agencies.
- Provide consultancy, advice and coaching to support colleagues and promote customer self-service.
- Contribute to ongoing development and implementation of the Portfolio & Programme Management model.
- Work with Business Analysts to understand interdependencies across the portfolio.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Qualified in (or working towards) a Project Management methodology (e.g., PRINCE2) or significant experience delivering large-scale, complex projects.
- Understanding and experience of benefits identification and management.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to interpret complex information.
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary team, including coaching and staff development.
- Strong commercial awareness, planning and organisational skills.
- High-level networking, communication, influencing and facilitation skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrable credibility in leading change within complex environments.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Coaching or mentoring qualifications/experience
- ITIL framework qualification or equivalent experience in an ITIL environment
- Experience across multiple sectors (public, private, charity, etc.)
Why Join Us?
Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police & North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, we’re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our websites to learn more about our organisation.
We’re also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – secure and competitive retirement planning
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme – access to affordable vehicle leasing options
- Generous Annual Leave – 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Health Cash Plan
- Blue Light Discount – enjoy savings at major retailers and services
- Flexi-Time for Staff Roles – tailor your working hours to suit your lifestyle while meeting team objectives
- Access to Trade Union Membership – opportunity to join UNISON
- Inclusion & Diversity Networks – connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
- Health & Wellbeing Services – access to resources that support your physical and mental health
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- You must have the right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on your employment
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence
- Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probation period
- Meet residency requirements for vetting:
o MV Level Vetting – minimum 5 years UK residency
Your Application
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are equal opportunity employers. Both organisations are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please declare this within your online application. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Safer Recruitment
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a core part of our recruitment process, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a thorough recruitment process and must obtain satisfactory pre-employment clearances before commencing employment, including satisfactory Vetting or DBS checks, references, and a medical assessment, including absence history. Adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures is essential.
Use of AI
While AI can be helpful for structure, spelling and grammar, your application needs to reflect your own skills, experience and achievements. Our selection process checks that responses are authentic and relevant, and we value genuine answers that show your individual strengths.
Ready to Apply?
As part of our selection process, we’ll assess your skills and experience against the requirements of the role. We therefore encourage you to take your time to tailor your application, ensuring your responses align with the job advert and role profile.
Interviews are scheduled to take place: 6/7 May 2026
We look forward to receiving your online application.
