Project Manager

About the Opportunity

Suffolk County Council
Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid working
Salary: £48,163 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
Contract: Fixed term or secondment for 2 years (Funding)

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects and programmes supporting Suffolk County Council's responsibilities around drugs and alcohol
• Plan, develop, and implement key policies, strategies, and action plans
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including health partners, community safety teams, and voluntary sector
• Commission services, manage contracts, and oversee budgets effectively

About You

We hope you'll bring:

• A passion for making a positive difference for Suffolk's communities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
• Proven project or programme management experience
• Experience of partnership working and public sector environments

Eligibility

View the full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• Performance-related annual pay progression
• Training and career development opportunities
• Flexible working options available

About Company

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities, and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

How To Apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile.
Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement and answer specific questions.
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Additional Information

Closing date: 11.30pm, 27 March 2026
Interview date: 9 and 10 April 2026
Contact: Jodie Rendell (she/her) - 01473 265378 - jodie.Rendell@suffolk.gov.uk
For reasonable adjustments: recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk - 03456 014412